Cream of Asparagus Soup

Ingredients:

2 cups chicken broth
1 cup chopped asparagus
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
Salt and pepper
Chopped parsley

Instructions:

1. In a medium soup pot, add the broth and asparagus.
2. In a small skillet, add the butter and onion and lightly saute.
3. Add the onion to the broth and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer until asparagus is tender.
4. Pour the broth into a large bowl and puree asparagus in a food processor.
5. Combine puree with the broth, and return to the soup pot.
6. Stir in the cream or half-and-half over low heat, and stir untl thickened.
7. Add salt & pepper to taste and garnish with chopped parsley.

Helpful Hints:

This also works for any creamed vegetable soup. Just substitute the asparagus with broccoli or cauliflower.

Submitted By :

Jane R

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