Celery-Root Bisque with Shiitakes

Ingredients

• ½ pound shallots
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 8 cups water
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• ¼ cup heavy cream
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• + 3 more ingredients
• • 6 ounces fresh shiitakes
  • 3 celery ribs
  • 2 pounds celery root (sometimes called celeriac)

Cook celery root, chopped celery, and shallots in 1/2 stick butter in a 5-quart heavy pot over moderate heat, covered, stirring occasionally, until softened but not browned, about 15 minutes. Add water, salt, and pepper and simmer, uncovered, until vegetables are very tender, about 30 minutes. Pu...

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