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Mary Berry Celeriac Soup

Mary Berry Celeriac Soup recipe

Mary Berry Celeriac Soup is a velvety puréed soup made from celeriac, potatoes, onions, stock, and cream. It blends into a smooth, pale soup with a light earthy flavour, making it ideal as a cosy winter dish or an elegant starter.

Ingredients

  • 1 medium celeriac (about 600–700g), peeled and diced – Main flavour and texture.

  • 1 large potato, peeled and chopped – Adds body and creaminess.

  • 1 large onion, finely chopped – Brings gentle sweetness.

  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed – Adds aromatic depth.

  • 1 litre vegetable or chicken stock – Forms the base of the soup.

  • 150ml double cream – Gives a rich finish (optional).

  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil – For sautéing.

  • Salt and black pepper – To balance the flavour.

  • Fresh parsley or chives – For garnish.

Instructions

Step 1 — Prepare the vegetables

Peel the celeriac and potato, then cut them into even chunks. Chop the onion and crush the garlic.

Step 2 — Sauté the aromatics

Melt the butter or warm the oil in a large saucepan. Add the onion and garlic and cook until soft and fragrant.

Step 3 — Add celeriac and potato

Tip in the chopped celeriac and potato. Stir for a minute to coat everything in the butter.

Step 4 — Pour in the stock

Add enough stock to cover the vegetables. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until the celeriac is tender.

Step 5 — Blend the soup

Use an immersion blender to purée the soup until silky smooth. Add cream if using.

Step 6 — Season and adjust consistency

Stir in salt and pepper. Add extra stock or water if you want a thinner texture.

Step 7 — Serve warm

Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley, chives, or a swirl of cream.