In a large saucepan add 1 cup of water, diced celery, and onions.

Sauté over medium heat until celery and onions are transparent.

Reduce heat and simmer on low.

In a blender add remaining ingredients reserving 1 cup of water.

Blend on high for about 3 minutes until creamy.

If mixture needs additional liquid add a little of the water until liquid is moving smoothly.

Pour the pureed mixture from the blender and add to the sauce pan and stir.

Simmer on low for about 5 minutes covered. Soup is ready to serve!

Chef’s Note:

If I’m using the soup for a casserole or another recipe I tend to use less water to make sure the soup is more condensed.