Ingredients for Turnip And Pear Soup
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 pounds turnips, peeled and diced
- 2 firm pears, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- not used in this recipe
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- not used in this recipe
- not used in this recipe
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 4 cups apple juice (optional alternative to vegetable broth)
- a pinch of sugar (optional)
- crème fraîche (for garnish, optional)
- fresh thyme (for garnish, optional)
- drizzle of olive oil (for garnish, optional)
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How to Make Turnip And Pear Soup
- Melt butter or heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the diced turnips and pears to the pot. Stir in the thyme.
- Sauté for 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently, until the turnips and pears begin to soften.
- Pour in the vegetable broth or apple juice. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the turnips are very tender.
- Carefully transfer the soup to a blender (or use an immersion blender). Puree until smooth and creamy. If using a regular blender, vent the lid to prevent pressure buildup.
- Return the soup to the pot and season with black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot. Garnish with a dollop of crème fraîche, a sprinkle of fresh thyme, or a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
14 g
Sugar
80g
Fat
2g
Carbs
11g
