Crunchy sourdough croutons nicely complement the texture of this healthful pureed soup that is made from about a pound of vitaminpacked (and budget-friendly) celery stalks and leaves. The flavor is both savory and incredibly fresh and bright. For an even lighter texture, the whipping cream can be omitted, if you prefer.
Recipe information
Total Time
50 minutes
Yield
Makes 6 first-course servings
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in large pot over medium-high heat. Add chopped green onions; sauté 2 minutes. Add sliced celery with leaves, low-salt chicken broth, whiteskinned potato pieces, and celery seeds; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium; cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.
Step 2
Working in batches, puree soup in blender until smooth. Return puree to pot. Stir in 3 tablespoons whipping cream. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Step 3
Heat remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil in small nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add sourdough baguette cubes; sauté until brown and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes. Season croutons to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Step 4
Mix 2 tablespoons plain nonfat yogurt and 1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon in small bowl. Rewarm soup. Divide soup equally among 6 bowls. Drizzle each serving with tarragon yogurt sauce. Sprinkle each serving with sourdough croutons. Garnish with tarragon sprigs and serve immediately.
