Creamy Fennel Bulb & Potato Soup

A steaming bowl of soup provides immediate warmth and a deep sense of nourishment that perfectly complements a cold night. I am here today with the perfect soup recipe!

Recipe Card (serves 3 people)

Fennel Bulb- 1 medium sized bulb ( washed and roughly cut into cubes)
( save the delicate dill-like fronds(grassy part) for garnishing )

Small red potatoes - 4 nos (peeled and cubed)

Garlic pods - 3 large cloves (peeled )
Unsalted butter - 1 tbsp
Salt 1 tsp
Crushed peppercorns- 1 1/2 tsp
Now we will make this soup in 4 easy steps 😊
Step 1: Heat a saucepan, and add in the butter. After the butter melts, add the garlic and the fennel bulb cubes and sauté for 2 minutes.
Step 2: Add the potatoes, salt and pepper along with 2 cups of water and cook until the anise cubes are tender.
Step 3: With the help of an immersion blender , blend to get as creamy texture. Please note that I have not added any broth.
Step 4: Garnish with the saved fronds and serve hot with a slice of sourdough bread or any bread of your choice.
Bon appetite !!😋 Enjoy this soul-soothing supper.

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