Velvet Soup Garnished with Crabmeat

Indulge in the luxurious elegance of Velvet Soup Garnished with Crabmeat, a creamy and velvety blend of leeks, celery root, and russet potatoes, pureed to silky perfection. This comforting soup is elevated with a splash of heavy cream and topped with tender, gently warmed lump crabmeat, adding a delicate touch of oceanic sweetness. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh chives, it’s the perfect marriage of richness and freshness. Ideal for a cozy dinner or an impressive starter, this 40-minute recipe is a celebration of refined simplicity. Serve it with crusty bread to complete this indulgent, restaurant-quality meal at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cups leeks (white and pale green parts only, sliced thin)
• 1 small yellow onion (chopped)
• 1 medium celery root (peeled and diced)
• 2 medium russet potatoes (peeled and diced)
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 8 ounces lump crabmeat (picked over for shells)
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Melt the butter in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced leeks and chopped onion, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened, but not browned.

Step 3

Stir in the diced celery root and potatoes, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are fork-tender.

Step 5

Using an immersion blender (or working in batches with a countertop blender), puree the soup until completely smooth.

Step 6

Return the soup to the pot if using a countertop blender, and stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and white pepper to taste.

Step 7

In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and gently warm the lump crabmeat for 1-2 minutes, just until heated through. Set aside.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls, and garnish each serving with a generous spoonful of crabmeat.

Step 9

Sprinkle the top with fresh chives before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm with crusty bread or crackers on the side for a complete, hearty meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2569.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2490.0

Total Fat 143.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 453.1mg	0%
Sodium 5798.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 218.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.7g	0%
Total Sugars 40.4g
Protein 80.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 718.8mg	0%
Iron 20.2mg	0%
Potassium 5493.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.8%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 35.1%