Perfect for an autumn meal, this puréed parsnip and apple soup is topped with tangy cheese and toasted walnuts.
I’m blessed to have apple trees in my backyard and my wife and I share the fruit they produce with neighbours, family and friends. We also enjoy a ton of those apples ourselves, eating them out of hand, and also using them in a wide range of dishes.
To make that soup, the parsnips were peeled, sliced and sautéed with onions until softened. Some flour and seasonings were added, thyme, ground ginger and nutmeg, creating a roux. Stock was then mixed in, which could be chicken, vegetable or even turkey stock, if you made some of the latter with your turkey bones after Thanksgiving.
While you eat the soup, take heart in the fact that nutritious parsnips contain folic acid, potassium, fibre, vitamin C and other good things. Apples also contain fibre and vitamin C and, like parsnips, are low in calories and have no fat or cholesterol. Puree the soup in a food processor or blender, or in the pot with a hand blender. Thin the soup with a bit more stock, if you find it too thick. Return the soup to a simmer, and then taste and season it with salt and pepper.
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