EASY CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP
This is an easy, delicious recipe I got from a local restaurant. I make this every spring when asparagus is abundant here. I think because of the sherry this soup has a wonderful nutty flavor. This can easily be made as a low-calorie soup by using 1 tablespoon olive oil instead of the butter, and by omitting the heavy cream. Just add a little cornstarch to thicken, if needed.
Provided by Miss Diane
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Cream Soup Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Chop the asparagus. Set aside 2 cups of the asparagus tips.
- Melt the butter in a stockpot over medium heat. Cook the asparagus, onion, celery, and garlic in the melted butter until beginning to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the sherry and chicken stock; bring the mixture to a gentle boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 45 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool at least 30 minutes.
- Pour the soup into a blender, filling the pitcher no more than halfway. Hold the lid in place with a folded kitchen towel and carefully start the blender, using a few quick pulses to get the soup moving before leaving it on to puree. Return the blended soup to the stockpot; stir in the reserved asparagus tips and the heavy cream. Cook over medium heat until soup is hot and the asparagus tips are heated through but still crunchy, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 43.9 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 1565.4 mg, Sugar 4.7 g
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Inusah Khalila
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious! I love the creamy texture and the subtle asparagus flavor. I've already made it twice and I'm sure I'll be making it again soon.
June Edwards
[email protected]I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the delicate asparagus flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Orlando Roper
[email protected]This soup was delicious! The asparagus flavor was delicate and fresh, and the soup was creamy and smooth. I will definitely be making this again.
Dizzy Dizzy
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I made it with frozen asparagus and it turned out great. I also added a bit of lemon zest for a brighter flavor. Highly recommend!
Jade Miller
[email protected]The soup was a bit too thick for my taste. I would recommend adding more broth or water to thin it out.
Brenda Gallas
[email protected]This soup is incredibly easy to make and it's absolutely delicious! I love the creamy texture and the subtle asparagus flavor. I've already made it twice and I'm sure I'll be making it again soon.
Hamidullah Ahmadzai
[email protected]I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the delicate asparagus flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Lilie El kedhri
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the creamy texture and the subtle asparagus flavor. I will definitely be making this again!
Faisal Hamdan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked this soup. The asparagus flavor is very subtle and the soup is creamy and comforting. I would definitely make this again.
Juan Gonzalez
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out perfect. It's so creamy and flavorful. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was a hit!
Cakey Gacha
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious! I love the creamy texture and the subtle asparagus flavor. I've already made it twice and I'm sure I'll be making it again soon.
myra bobadilla
[email protected]The soup was a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding more salt and pepper, or even some fresh herbs, to give it more flavor.
Waqassarwar Waqassarwar
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I made the soup in my blender and it was incredibly smooth and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.
Aayan Magar
[email protected]Easy to make and delicious! I used frozen asparagus and it turned out great. I also added a bit of lemon zest for a brighter flavor. Highly recommend!
Lerato Kekana
[email protected]This asparagus soup was delightful! The asparagus flavor was delicate and fresh, and the soup was creamy and smooth. I added a bit of extra black pepper for a touch of spice, and it was perfect. Will definitely be making this again!