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velvety chestnut soup in a shallow bowl with a swirl of cream and a thyme sprig in a wide horizontal shot, rustic spoon and linen alongside on a festive table, natural light, shallow depth of field, landscape orientation

Roasted Chestnut Soup

This soup has a velvety pureed texture with roasted chestnuts and aromatic spices that creates a rich warmth perfect for a special holiday first course.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups roasted chestnuts peeled
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp salt

Method
 

  1. Melt the butter in a pot and saute the onion and celery until soft, about 6 minutes.
  2. Add the roasted chestnuts, broth, thyme, and salt, then bring to a simmer.
  3. Simmer gently for 20 minutes until the chestnuts are very soft.
  4. Blend the soup until completely smooth, then stir in the heavy cream.
  5. Warm through and ladle into bowls, garnishing with a swirl of cream and thyme.

Notes

Jarred pre-roasted chestnuts make this come together fast.