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Homemade Cream of Celery Soup

A simple homemade cream of celery soup made with pantry ingredients. This no-can-needed version works perfectly in casseroles, sauces, and everyday meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Course: Dinner, Seasoning mix
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tbs butter
  • ¾ to 1 cup finely chopped celery
  • 2 Tbs flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp onion powder
  • This makes about the same amount as one can of condensed cream of celery soup.

Method
 

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add about ¾ to 1 cup finely chopped celery and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly. This makes a roux, just a simple flour-and-butter mixture that thickens the soup.
  4. Slowly whisk in 1 cup milk and ½ cup broth (chicken or vegetable).
  5. Continue cooking and stirring until thick and creamy, about 3–5 minutes.
  6. Add ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, and ¼ teaspoon onion powder (adjust to taste).
  7. Cook another minute until smooth.