"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
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.
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Aminatou Jallow
aminatouj@hotmail.comThis 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
singhl84@gmail.comThis 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
mubashar.m@hotmail.comThis 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
moleenmatsinde43@yahoo.comI 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
s@hotmail.comThis 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
wapoose57@gmail.comThis 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
j@gmail.comThis 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
angelajensen51@gmail.comThis 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
fayyaza90@yahoo.comI 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
k.kayla86@gmail.comThis 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
r25@hotmail.co.ukDelicious! 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
semple87@hotmail.co.ukThis 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
s_m@gmail.comI loved this soup! It was so flavorful and comforting. I especially liked the addition of the hard-boiled eggs.
Ivan Haarhoff
i.haarhoff@hotmail.frThis 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
spindlermikey@aol.comDelicious! 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
bartholomew.lokossou57@aol.comThis 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
kc.g55@yahoo.comGreat 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
rykhus_m66@hotmail.comThis 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
hussein42@yahoo.comEasy to follow recipe and turned out delicious! I made it with leftover ham and it was perfect.
Magdalene bamson
bamson@aol.comThis 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