Creamy Fennel and Potato Soup

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Creamy Fennel and Potato Soup
45 min.
8
206kcal

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Ready to indulge in a creamy, vegetarian delight that promises to tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than this exquisite Creamy Fennel and Potato Soup! Perfect for those seeking a gluten-free option, this delectable dish serves 8 and can be ready in just 45 minutes. Each bowl is brimming with flavor, offering a satisfying 206 calories per serving. Ideal as a soup, antipasti, starter, or snack, this recipe is versatile and sure to impress.

Crafted with a blend of aromatic ingredients, including dried tarragon, coarsely chopped fresh fennel bulbs, finely crushed fennel seeds, and fresh lemon juice, this soup offers a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. The base is a hearty mix of low-salt chicken broth, olive oil, onions, and diced white-skinned potatoes, while a touch of whipping cream adds that luxurious, velvety texture.

Prepare to be wowed by the ease of preparation, using a mere handful of equipment: a bowl, saucepan, ladle, and blender. And don't worry about the cleanup; this recipe is designed to minimize the mess. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, looking for a comforting weekday meal, or craving a light yet satisfying snack, this Creamy Fennel and Potato Soup is sure to hit the spot. So, why wait? Dive into the world of flavor and texture with this delightful, creamy concoction!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 teaspoon tarragon dried
  • cups fennel bulb fresh cored coarsely chopped (from 4 large)
  • teaspoon fennel seeds crushed finely
  • teaspoons juice of lemon fresh ()
  • cups chicken broth canned ()
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • medium onion chopped
  • cup whipping cream 
  • ounces potatoes diced peeled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • ladle
  • pot
  • blender

Directions

  1. Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add fennel bulbs, onions, and potatoes; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Sauté until slightly softened, about 8 minutes.
  3. Add 4 cups broth and 2 teaspoons lemon juice; bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until vegetables are very tender, about 30 minutes. Cool slightly.
  4. Meanwhile, bring cream, fennel seeds, and tarragon to boil in heavy small saucepan. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 20 minutes so that flavors blend.
  6. Working in batches, puree soup in blender until smooth. Return soup to same pot. Stir in cream mixture. Simmer until flavors blend, thinning with more broth if desired, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper and more lemon juice, if desired. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly. Chill until cold, then cover and keep chilled. Rewarm over medium heat, stirring occasionally.)
  7. Ladle soup into 8 bowls.
  8. Garnish with reserved fennel fronds and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories206kcal
Protein9.21%
Fat63.27%
Carbs27.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.22
Glycemic Load
5.48
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
9.3221739271413%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.77mg
Hesperetin
0.18mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.41mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
5.94mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:205.72kcal
10.29%
Fat:15.19g
23.36%
Saturated Fat:7.62g
47.62%
Carbohydrates:14.86g
4.95%
Net Carbohydrates:11.63g
4.23%
Sugar:5.01g
5.56%
Cholesterol:33.62mg
11.21%
Sodium:80.58mg
3.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.98g
9.95%
Vitamin K:44.68µg
42.56%
Vitamin C:16.26mg
19.71%
Potassium:570.6mg
16.3%
Fiber:3.23g
12.92%
Vitamin B3:2.42mg
12.08%
Manganese:0.24mg
11.76%
Phosphorus:111.32mg
11.13%
Vitamin A:534.16IU
10.68%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
8.79%
Vitamin E:1.17mg
7.78%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.78%
Copper:0.15mg
7.6%
Folate:29.33µg
7.33%
Calcium:71.29mg
7.13%
Iron:1.16mg
6.45%
Magnesium:25.31mg
6.33%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.47%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.31%
Vitamin D:0.48µg
3.17%
Zinc:0.47mg
3.11%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.76%
Selenium:1.58µg
2.26%
Source:Epicurious