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Melania's Creamy Celery Soup Recipe

Here's a creamy celery soup recipe, aka selleriesuppe, that doesn't use cream. Filled with flavor, quick to make, and economical as well. If you're cooking vegan, just omit the cheese garnish.

In fact, my friend, Melania, who gave me this recipe, is neither vegetarian nor vegan! 

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 pound (454 grams) celery (about 8 ribs) with leaves, finely sliced
• 1 pound (454 grams) potatoes, cubed
• 4 cups (946 milliliters) vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup (100 grams) grated cheddar cheese to garnish (if using)

Instructions:

1. In a large soup pot, heat the oil and add onion. Cook until translucent,  about 3 minutes. Add celery and continue cooking about 5 minutes. Do not let veggies brown.
2. Add potatoes, vegetable stock and thyme.
3. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the veggies are tender. 
4. Use immersion blender to puree soup. 
5. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve, sprinkling bowls with grated cheese (if using)

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Updated: September 3, 2026