Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter, ghee or high quality vegan butter
- 2 medium onions, chopped
- 2 stalks of celery, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes or Yukon Gold, peeled* if desired and chopped
- ½ cup raw cashews
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 to 3 teaspoons sea salt (depending on what fat and stock you use), plus more to taste
- a few grinds of black pepper plus more to taste
- 4 cups chicken stock or light-colored vegetable stock
Topping/Add-in Suggestions
- chopped chives
- shredded cheddar cheese
- sour cream or Greek yogurt
- steamed or roasted broccoli florets
- pesto
- salsa and diced avocado
- roasted brussels sprout leaves
- diced, cooked bacon
Directions:
1. In a large pot, heat the butter until melted. Add the onion, celery, and garlic and sauté over medium heat until tender and translucent, about 6 minutes.
2. Add the chopped potatoes and toss to coat with the onion mixture. Add the cashews, mustard, salt, pepper, and stock. Bring to a boil and lower the heat to a simmer. Cook covered until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
3. Purée soup with an immersion blender or in batches in a blender. Taste for seasoning. Serve immediately plain or with suggested toppings added on top or stirred in.
TIP:
Bake bacon on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a 375°F oven for about 20 to 25 minutes, turning after 10 minutes. You can cook it longer or at a higher temp if you like it crispier.
You can also add a diced carrot to give the soup a more golden color.
*Peeling takes away some of the nutrients and fiber, but creates a smoother soup.