Winter Warmer Recipe Country Harvest Root Vegetable Soup

Feeling the winter chill? Cosy up with this hearty root vegetable soup – creamy, comforting and full of flavour, all without needing stock (or much cream, for that matter!). Made with everyday ingredients and a clever hint of curry powder, it’s a nourishing, fuss-free recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights and chilly evenings alike.

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp butter

1 onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 carrots, peeled and chopped

1 parsnip, peeled and chopped

1 small celeriac, peeled and chopped (or substitute 3 celery sticks or swede)

1 potato, peeled and chopped

1 sweet potato, peeled and chopped

1 tsp mild curry powder

½ tsp dried thyme

4 cups water

½ tsp salt, pepper to taste

½ cup cream (or milk + 1 tsp butter)

Method

Heat oil and butter in a large pot. Sauté onion and garlic for 2 minutes until softened.

Add all vegetables, curry powder and thyme. Stir for 3–4 minutes to lightly toast spices.

Pour in water, season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes or until vegetables are soft.

Stir in cream, simmer 1 more minute.

Remove from heat. Blend until smooth using a stick blender or in batches in a jug blender.

Adjust seasoning to taste.

To Serve
Drizzle with extra cream, a pinch of curry powder and parsley. Perfect for cosy nights in – no stock required!

Recipe credit: Nagi Maehashi, Recipetineats: https://www.recipetineats.com/country-harvest-root-vegetable-soup/

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