Cream of Fiddlehead Soup

Cream of Fiddlehead Soup
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    45 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    21

Embrace the ephemeral taste of spring with this luxuriously creamy and deeply flavorful fiddlehead soup. The unique, slightly grassy notes of fiddleheads are perfectly complemented by a rich, savory broth, creating a memorable culinary experience.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    12 g
  • Cholesterol
    105 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    7 g
  • Saturated Fat
    19 g
  • Sodium
    787 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    30 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, melt the butter over medium-high heat until foamy (about 1 minute). Add the diced onion and minced garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

02

Step

Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes to create a roux.

03

Step

Gradually pour in 4 cups of chicken stock, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a boil. Add the chopped fiddleheads, diced potato, and diced carrot. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes.

04

Step

Remove the pot from the heat and carefully purée the soup with an immersion blender until smooth and creamy.

05

Step

Stir in the heavy cream and cook over medium-low heat until heated through, being careful not to boil, about 5 minutes.

06

Step

Season with Worcestershire sauce and soy sauce. If you prefer a thinner soup, add up to 2 cups of the remaining chicken stock to reach your desired consistency. Season to taste with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.

07

Step

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with shredded Cheddar cheese. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Ensure fiddleheads are thoroughly cleaned before using. Blanching them for a few minutes before adding them to the soup can help reduce any bitterness.
For a vegetarian option, substitute vegetable stock for chicken stock.
A swirl of crème fraîche or a sprinkle of fresh chives also makes a lovely garnish.
Fresh nutmeg also complements the flavor

Christina Feeney

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 7 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
  • Emelia Bayer

    This soup is absolutely divine! The fiddleheads give it such a unique flavor. A definite keeper!

  • Johanna Bode

    I've never cooked with fiddleheads before, but this recipe made it easy. The soup turned out fantastic!

  • Luisa Rau

    I made this soup vegan by using plant-based cream and stock, and it was still delicious!

  • Odessa Kulas

    I made this last night and it was a huge hit! The recipe was easy to follow and the soup was incredibly creamy and flavorful.

  • Colleen Dickens

    This is the best fiddlehead soup I've ever had! The balance of flavors is perfect.

  • Polly Wolff

    I added a pinch of nutmeg and it elevated the soup even more!

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