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Is it getting a bit chilly in your neck of the woods? Here in London, where we're visiting my daughter and her family, there's a lovely nip in the air, which always tends to put an extra spring in my step. The days are sunny and clear, with nights perfect for snuggling underneath down comforters, windows open to the cool, crisp autumn air. To me, it's the perfect weather for soup!
My daughter has a lovely open-air market just blocks from her house which sells the freshest, most delightful produce you've ever seen. My heart starts skipping a beat when I get near and I always promise myself, "Now don't buy too much." "Control yourself, control yourself..." is my mantra as I approach, but it's always to no avail
In the past I've returned home with my arms aching from lugging multiple bags loaded with asparagus, carrots, avocados, oranges, fresh herbs, apples, cherries, bananas, mushrooms, potatoes and other seasonal delights. My daughter had a surprise for me when I arrived at her house this time, a wonderful surprise, but one that doesn't help my propensity for overindulgence at the market. She got me one of these:
So now I CAN go crazy at the market! Well, at least to a certain degree. When I visited yesterday, I had to eventually stop, otherwise, I might have had to attach a little trailer behind my schlepper! I did have fun though, and this wonderful Curried Parsnip & Apple Soup is one of the recipes I will be making with some of my market "bounty"! I made this before I left for London for my son and daughter-in-law - it was delicious and received rave reviews from all who partook!
Here's a pic from the birth and homecoming of our newest addition! Welcome Baby Luke!
- 1 teaspoon crushed coriander seed or coriander powderIngredients:
- 1 pound fairly tart apples that soften easily when cooked such as Empire, Jonathan, or Macintosh
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 large leeks white and light-green parts only, chopped and well rinsed (about 1-½ cups)
- 1 medium yellow onion chopped (about 1 cup)
- 2 medium shallots peeled and chopped
- 1½ tablespoon minced fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic about 2 medium cloves
- 2 teaspoon mild curry powder
- ⅓ cup dry white wine
- 2 medium parsnips peeled, quartered lengthwise, cored, and chopped (about 2 cups)
- 1 large yellow potato peeled and chopped into ½-inch pieces
- 3 cups lower-salt chicken broth
- 1 can light coconut milk 14-15 ounces
- sea salt
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons thinly sliced chives for garnish
- crumbled bacon for garnish, if desired
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Cut 1 quarter from one of the apples.Wrap the unpeeled quarter in plastic wrap and reserve. Peel, core, and quarter the rest of the apples. Chop the peeled apples into ½-inch pieces and toss with the lemon juice in a medium bowl.
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Heat the olive oil in a heavy-duty 4-quart saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the leeks, onion and shallow; cook, covered, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, until just tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
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Stir in the ginger, tomato paste, garlic, and curry powder and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the wine and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has almost evaporated, 2 to 3 minutes.
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Add the chopped apple, parsnips, and potatoes and stir to coat well. Add the chicken broth and 1-½ tsp. salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to medium low, partially cover then simmer, stirring occasionally, until the apples and vegetables are very tender, about 30 minutes.
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In a blender, purée the soup in batches until completely smooth. Transfer the soup to a clean 4-quart saucepan, stir in the coconut milk, and season to taste with sea salt and fresh ground pepper. Bring the soup to a simmer over medium heat, stirring often. Cut the reserved apple quarter into small dice. Serve the soup sprinkled with the diced apple and chives.
Angie's Recipes says
It's quite chilly over here too. I love a bowl of warming and lovely soup at this time of year. Your parsnip soup with apple looks stunning!
Gloria says
Love this soup look really delicious!
Carol @ Always Thyme to Cook says
What a beautiful family you have!
I'd love to have a schlepper and a Farmer's Market. I bet you could have used two of them, such nice things to get at such a great place! The soup looks lovely.
Rosita Vargas says
Wooowww.....que ingredientes más ricos es una delicia total,lindas fotos,abrazos hugs,hugs.
Eri says
Oh my God, what a great post once again Chris, Congratulations on your new baby boy that came in the family, he is so adorable! Such a sweet gesture the poster that the girls made! Your family is beautiful!
I have a carrier like that, I call it "my tail" haha!
Never had parsnips before, can you believe it, I;m going to get some this fall.
Have a nice weekend my friend!
lena says
you're definately not an old lady..in fact i think you look 'hip' with that schlepper! always love to see photos of your granddaughters and Luke now! did i mention to you before that i like their curly hair? have a fabulous weekend with your family! bye!
Mary says
That soup is delightful to look at and I'm sure it is delicious. Your photos are wonderful. You really have a beautiful family. I know you are enjoying the time with them. Blessings...Mary
Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says
Oh my goodness! Your family looks so adorable and how precious is the little one! Swoon! Thank you for sharing these pics, Chris! Your soup sounds fantastic as we are truly feeling the fall weather here in KS. Have a great weekend!
mia xara says
Congratulations! Both baby Luke and your grand-daughters are adorable !! Beautiful pictures, I'm pretty sure you'll enjoy the visit..The soup looks amazing, just in time for our "nippy" weather..
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
I love your schlepper (I adore polka dots!). This soup is perfect for autumn - add a loaf of crusty bread and that's all I need!
naplesgal says
The look of pure love and adoration for their baby brother that they have just met is priceless, congratulations to you all. And don't worry about the schlepper, all the best homes in England have one...
At least yours is 'cool' looking...Enjoy all those beautiful Grandchildren...
Can't wait to try the soup, it sounds divine.
Blond Duck says
It sounds perfect for fall!
Una Semplice Passione says
Oooo apple soup. It's a long time I'm longing for apple soup and I think now is the perfect time. Soup season has started!
Claire @ Claire K Creations says
Oh Chris those photos are so adorable they brought tears to my eyes especially the look on the girls faces seeing Luke. Such loving big sisters!
I love the schlepper. I call mine my grandma trolley but it's not as pretty as yours. Maybe when I upgrade I can give it a new name.
It's definitely not soup weather here but this looks delicious. Love the sound of apples in there!
Patti says
Congratulations on the precious little grandson. He and his sisters are beautiful, and I know they all bring much joy to your heart.
The soup sounds divine. Curry is one of my favorite flavors. This will be a must-try during the cold, bleak days ahead.
Thanks,
Patti
Tricia says
Look at you schlepping around London! Awesome - and you look great doing it. And, your granddaughters are beautiful! What a terrific photo. Your daughter looks fantastic and baby Luke has his daddy's hair! What a terrific time you are having and by the way, the soup sounds great too.
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bellini says
You must be beside yourself with joy being in London with all your dear ones. The cart is something I have always wanted. I saw some lovely ones when I was in Stratford Ontario and haven't seen anything like it since. If you love in the city these are perfect little cart arounds.
The Mom Chef says
Where am I supposed to start with this? I'm jealous of the open air market. I definitely want a schlepper. The soup looks amazing. Oh, that photo of the three girls and their first look at lil bro was so priceless. Luke is adorable. I was grinning ear to ear by the end, with the photo of the whole family.
Jan says
Congratulations to you and your family! Baby Luke is adorable just like the other 3! I always like reading your blog b/c it's always interesting. Plus you say their names and not a,b,c, and d b/c that really bugs me! Lol. Thanks for sharing!
Vicki Bensinger says
Your daughters family is beautiful! Who would have known she just had a baby from how fresh and energized she looks. Beautiful, beautiful family and those adorable girls. Who helped them make that cute poster? I love how each head hole is slightly higher than the last.
I've never made this soup before but it sounds like a winner especially with coconut milk added. Perfect for our weather here in the Midwest where the past few days it's been dipping down into the 40s at night. Thanks for sharing and have fun with all the kiddies.
Kim Garceau says
I too LOVE autumn for multiple reasons... the crisp air, the sun, le yellow light and the fact that I'm eating soup every week!!!! This one looks absolutely awesome, but it's nothing compared with the cute familly of your daughter!
Inside a British Mum's Kitchen says
Gorgeous soup but SUCH lovely photos and many congrats to you and your daughter and family!!! so full of joy, it's so lovely to see :))
Mary x
Hovkonditorn says
The photos are so beautiful, a happy family! The soup sounds really delicious!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
You have the cutest family!!! I love how you do all of these wonderful things together!! I need to fly to London just to go to that market you always talk about!! Your soup looks delish!!!