Celery Soup

Serves 1

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, chopped
• ½ red onion, chopped
• 150g/5½oz celery, chopped
• 200ml/7fl oz hot chicken stock
• 2 slices toasted ciabatta, to serve

Preparation method

1. Heat the oil in a saucepan and cook the garlic, onion and celery over a low heat for five minutes, until softened.
2. Add the chicken stock and simmer for 10-12 minutes.
3. Transfer the soup to a blender and liquidise.
4. To serve, place the soup into a bowl with the toasted ciabatta alongside.