This Celeriac, Bacon and Barley Soup is a winter staple at my house. It’s rich in bacon, celery root, rosemary and comfort. I serve the soup with crispy bacon bits and a dab of crème fraîche. Add a grating of fresh nutmeg for that final chef’s kiss.
Many home cooks are comfortable with celery but are intimidated by less familiar celeriac, also known as celery root. So here are a few helpful tips on how to prep celeriac for cooking. Before you start, scrub the celeriac well. Next, trim both the top and base off. Then, use a peeler to remove the brown peel. Remove the bits of roots and hard-to-reach areas with a sharp knife. Alternatively, stand the celery upright on a flat side and cut off all the knobby skin in sections, allowing your knife to glide along the root and leaving only the white flesh. Now, slice the root crosswise into rounds about ½-inch thick. Finally, cut each round into cubes and follow the recipe.
To make the Celeriac, Bacon and Barley Soup, you will need the following ingredients:
In a Dutch oven over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter and add the sliced bacon and the leaves from 1 rosemary sprig. Cook, stirring, until crisp, about 8-10 minutes. Set aside a few tablespoons of bacon and rosemary for garnish.
Add in 2 finely chopped onions and chopped celeriac and reduce the heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 12 minutes.
Finely chop the remaining rosemary leaves and add to the Dutch oven. Cook for another 2 minutes.
Stir in ⅔ cup pearl barley and 7 ½ cups vegetable stock and bring to a boil.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then simmer until the barley is soft and the soup is thick, about 40 minutes. Taste and adjust for seasoning if needed.
To serve, ladle the soup among bowls, add crème fraîche, and grate nutmeg over. Garnish with the reserved bacon and rosemary.
This hearty Celeriac, Bacon and Barley Soup is the ultimate cold weather meal. It’s easy, economical, and uniquely delicious. Did you make it? Try it out soon and please come back and leave a comment below with your thoughts.
I'm so greatful for this soup recipe! My family enjoys it every winter. I remember the first time we had it; my husband raved about the bacon bits. The celeriac is easy to prep, and the aroma fills the house. Comfort food at its best.
Deliciously warming soup!
This soup rocks. I made it during a snowstorm and the whole house smelled amazing. The flavors are rich and full, just perfect for a cozy night in. Super easy to prepare and the bacon adds a nice touch, definetly a repeat for the season.
Incredibly delicious! This soup warm my heart and family on a chilly night. I made it for a cozy dinner, and it was the star of the show! The bacon adds so much flavor, and the celeriac is a delightful twist. Can't wait to make it again!
Making this soup brought back memories of my grandma's warm kitchen on snowy days
OMG, this Celeriac, Bacon and Barley Soup is like the ultimate cozy vibe! Made it last night while chillin’ with my fam. The bacon gives it such a yum flavor. Totally a must-try for winter nights! 💖
This Celeriac, Bacon and Barley Soup is the bomb. My husband and I had it for dinner last week, and he couldn’t stop raving about it. It’s simple to make and super cozy for chilly days. Plus, who knew celeriac could taste so good? Definitely making it again soon.
I daringly tried this Celeriac, Bacon and Barley Soup last winter after my wife insisted. It was a hit on our cozy family night. The flavors mingled beautifully. Now, I can't wait to impress friends with this creamy delight again
Simply delicious soup!
Easy and delicious soup. My family loved it, especially with the bacon. Perfect for chilly nights as we snuggled together. Thankful for this recipe.
Increíble! Esta sopa se volvió un favorito en nuestra casa. La primera vez que la hice, mis hijos no paraban de pedir más. La mezcla de celeriaco y bacon es perfecta para las noches frías. ¡Vamos por más recetas como esta!
Celeriac - it's my new favorite root.
Chewy, nutty barley makes it so much more interesting than using just pasta or rice. Thanks for sharing the recipe!
