Celery Root Soup with Bacon

01Method

1. 1

   Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and celery, cooking gently until softened, approximately 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Stir in the potato and pour in the stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer gently under a lid for 20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

3. 3

   Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, cook the bacon in the oven under the broiler or in a non-stick skillet until crispy. Drain on paper towels and break or chop into pieces.

5. 5

   Add the mint to the soup. Using an immersion blender, purée the contents of the pot until smooth.

6. 6

   Ladle into bowls and top with the bacon, mint, and optional raw celery. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve with bread if desired.