DAY AFTER EASTER SOUP

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"Every spring I wait impatiently for the asparagus crop to arrive so I can make cream of asparagus soup. One year I added the leftovers from Easter, and it turned into this hit that has since become a spring tradition." Susan Wilson - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 9 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 medium leeks (white portion only), chopped
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 carton (32 ounces) vegetable broth
1 cup water
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon herbes de Provence
1 teaspoon minced chives
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
5 medium red potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked lean ham
1-1/4 cups half-and-half cream
3 tablespoons shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute leeks in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually add the broth, water, parsley, herbes de Provence, chives, celery seed and nutmeg. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Cut tips off asparagus and set aside. Cut stalks into 1/2-in. pieces; add to pan. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until asparagus is tender. Cool slightly., In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return all to pan. Stir in potatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in asparagus tips; cover and simmer 5-8 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Stir in ham and cream; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 824mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Aminatou Jallow
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This soup was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the flavors and the ham was so tender. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Lakhwinder Singh
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This soup was amazing! The flavors were incredible and the ham was so tender. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.


M Mubashar
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This soup was delicious! The ham was so tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The broth was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this soup again.


moleen matsinde
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I loved this soup! It was so flavorful and comforting. The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the ham was so tender. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Shazad Shazad
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This soup was delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the ham was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Norajean Wapoose
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This soup was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the flavors and the ham was so tender. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Jennifer Leach
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This soup was amazing! The flavors were incredible and the ham was so tender. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.


Angela Jensen
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This soup was delicious! The ham was so tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The broth was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this soup again.


aftab fayyaz
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I loved this soup! It was so flavorful and comforting. The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the ham was so tender. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Kayla Kishi Kiambom
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This soup was fantastic! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the ham was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this soup again.


rola ramzy
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Delicious! This soup was a hit with my family. Everyone loved the flavors and the ham was so tender. I will definitely be making this soup again.


aimee semple
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This soup was a great way to use up leftover ham. It was easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Syedsaghirahmed Muhammad
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I loved this soup! It was so flavorful and comforting. I especially liked the addition of the hard-boiled eggs.


Ivan Haarhoff
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This soup was amazing! The flavors were perfect and the ham was so tender. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.


Mikey Spindler
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Delicious! This soup was a hit with my family. The ham and vegetables were cooked perfectly and the broth was flavorful. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Bartholomew Lokossou
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This soup was a great way to use up leftover ham. It was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making this soup again.


ganesh kc
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Great recipe! I made this soup with leftover ham and it was delicious. The soup was very flavorful and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Mady Rykhus
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This soup was so flavorful and comforting. I loved the combination of ham, vegetables, and broth. It was the perfect way to use up my leftover Easter ham.


Hussein Salesa
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Easy to follow recipe and turned out delicious! I made it with leftover ham and it was perfect.


Magdalene bamson
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This soup was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and complex, and the ham and vegetables were cooked to perfection. I especially liked the addition of the hard-boiled eggs, which added a nice tanginess to the soup. Will definitely be making