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Auvergne soup
Auvergne soup, sometimes called "Soupe de raves", is a turnip and potato soup poured into a bowl over toasted croutons and diced Saint-nectaire cheese.
631
55 min.
Easy
5.40 €
6 people
11 IngredientsLast modified on: February 8th 2026
500 g 
500 g turnips
1 
30 g 
1 litre 
1 
150 g Saint-nectaire
4 slices 
Times for this recipe
Preparation: 35 min.
Cooking: 20 min.
All in all: 55 min.
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Step by step recipe
Stage 1 - ⌛ 10 min.
Stage 4 - ⌛ 2 min.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 30 g butter then add the minced onion, salt and pepper.
Cook for 1 or 2 minutes, stirring, without browning.
Cook for 1 or 2 minutes, stirring, without browning.
Stage 5 - ⌛ 3 min.
Pour in the potatoes and turnips, salt and pepper again and stir well for 2 or 3 minutes.
Stage 6 - ⌛ 1 min.
Pour in 1 litre water and possibly 1 chicken stock cube, stir and cook...
Stage 7 - ⌛ 10 min.
...until the turnips are tender.
Stage 8 - ⌛ 2 min.
Stage 9 - ⌛ 3 min.
Cut 150 g Saint-nectaire into small cubes, then set aside.
Stage 10 - ⌛ 3 min.
Cut 4 slices bread into small cubes.
Stage 11 - ⌛ 5 min.
Brown to taste in a small frying pan with 30 g butter.
Stage 12 - ⌛ 2 min.
Divide the croutons and diced Saint-nectaire among your guests' bowls or plates.
Stage 13 - ⌛ 2 min.
Pour soup generously over the top, and enjoy.
Remarks
Blending the cooked vegetables is not essential, as it gives the recipe a more rustic feel.
The stock cube isn't essential either - it's up to you.
The recipe could of course be adapted with other vegetables or cheese, but it wouldn't be the same delicious Auvergne soup.
The stock cube isn't essential either - it's up to you.
The recipe could of course be adapted with other vegetables or cheese, but it wouldn't be the same delicious Auvergne soup.
Keeping: 1 or 2 days in a closed container, freezes well.
Source: Home made.
Nutritional information
| Proteins (gr) | Carbohydrates (gr) | Fats (gr) | Energy value (in k-calories) | Energy value (in k-joules) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whole recipe | 340 RDI=130 % | 2,440 RDI=230 % | 130 RDI=20 % | 2,070 RDI=100 % | 8,660 RDI: 100 % |
| Per 100 g | 10 RDI=5 % | 100 RDI=9 % | 5 RDI=1 % | 80 RDI=4 % | 340 RDI: 4 % |
| Per person | 60 RDI=20 % | 410 RDI=40 % | 20 RDI=3 % | 340 RDI=20 % | 1,440 RDI: 20 % |
How much will it cost?
- For 6 people : 5.40 €
- Per person : 0.90 €
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This recipe uses (among others)
Water
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Potatoes
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Saint-nectaire
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