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Parsnip and pear soup with brown butter
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Parsnip and pear soup with brown butter

An aromatic soup with parsnip and ripe pear, rounded with brown butter and thyme. Suited to cool days.

EverydayDinnerFamily TimeWinterAutumnWinter break
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40 min total
4 servings
Easy

Ingredients

servings
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  • 1.2 lb Parsnips, peeled and diced
  • 1 stk Ripe pear, diced small
  • 1 stk Onion, coarsely chopped
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 3⅓ cup Vegetable broth
  • 1.4 oz Butter
  • ½ tsp Thyme
  • ¾ tsp Salt
  • ¼ tsp Pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Sauté the vegetables

    1. Heat the olive oil in a pot.
    2. Sauté the onion and parsnip until the onion turns translucent.
    6 min
    Pot
  2. 2

    Simmer the soup

    1. Add the vegetable broth and thyme.
    2. Simmer until the parsnip is completely tender.
    20 min
    Pot
  3. 3

    Brown the butter

    1. Melt the butter in a small pot and let it foam.
    2. Cook until it turns golden and smells nutty.
    5 min
    Pot
  4. 4

    Blend and finish

    1. Blend the soup until completely smooth.
    2. Stir in the pear dice and heat through briefly.
    3. Season with salt and pepper and top with brown butter when serving.
    5 min

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Details

Nutrition

Calories

270kcal

Protein

5g

Fat

11g

Carbs

38g

Serving Size

450g

Dietary

Allergens

Mælk

Serving

Suggestions

  • • Serve with extra brown butter and fresh thyme on top.

Side Pairings

  • • Toasted bread

Dessert Pairings

  • • Fresh fruit

Storage

Fresh

  • • Duration: 3 days
  • • Temperature: 5°C
  • • Method: Store covered in the refrigerator.

Tips

Preparation

  • • Choose a ripe pear for aroma, but not overripe.

Cooking

  • • Watch the butter closely – it goes from golden to burnt quickly.

Serving

  • • Top with toasted hazelnuts for extra crunch if you like.

Variations

Flavor

  • Add a little nutmeg with the thyme.

Health

  • Use less butter for a lighter finish.

Method

  • Can be made in a pressure cooker for a shorter cook time.

Toppings

  • Toasted hazelnuts add crunch.

Author

C

Camilla

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Author

C

Camilla