Velouté of Pear, Celery, Stilton and Walnuts Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 large pear, peeled and chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 tbsp. unsalted butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cups of vegetable broth
• 1 cup of crumbled stilton cheese
• 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onion and sauté until it’s tender, for about 5 minutes.
3. Add pear and celery and sauté for another 5 minutes.
4. Add vegetable broth and let it come to a boil.
5. Reduce heat and let the vegetables simmer for 15 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
7. Puree the mixture in a blender until it’s smooth and creamy.
8. Return the puree to the pot and add stilton cheese.
9. Warm it up until the cheese is melted, stirring constantly.
10. Serve the velouté with chopped walnuts on top.

Verdict:

This velouté of pear, celery, stilton and walnuts is a delicious and creamy soup that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of sweet pear, tangy stilton, and crunchy walnuts brings together a variety of flavors and textures that will surely satisfy your taste buds.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve the velouté hot topped with chopped walnuts for some added texture. Alternatively, you can serve it chilled as an appetizer for a summer dinner party. This soup pairs well with a crusty bread or a light salad. Enjoy!