Cream of Pear and Celery Soup
Bon Appetit
Cream of Pear and Celery Soup
Bon Appetit
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter 2 medium onions, coarsely chopped 1 bunch celery, coarsely chopped (about 3 1/2 cups) 6 cups unsalted chicken broth 1 1/2 pounds pears, halved, cored, peeled and chopped 1/2 cup whipping cream salt and freshly ground pepper minced fresh parsley Directions: Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over low heat. Add onions and cook until translucent, stirring frequently, about 15 minutes. Add celery. Cover and cook until celery is tender, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Add broth. Increase heat to medium and bring to boil. Cover and cook 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add pears, reduce heat and simmer until pears are tender, stirring occasionally, about 25 minutes. Cool soup slightly. Puree soup in batches in blender or processor. Strain into heavy medium saucepan. Add cream and bring to simmer over low heat, stirring frequently. Season with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls. Sprinkle with parsley. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cool, cover and refrigerate.) 6 servings.
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