TANGY ASPARAGUS SOUP

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A dollop of creme fraiche makes this pretty soup an ideal starter for an elegant spring dinner party. A cheese crisp on the side is the perfect finishing touch. -Jamie Concannon, Plymouth, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 cup sliced shallots
2 pounds fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
2-1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup white wine or additional chicken broth
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup creme fraiche or sour cream
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add shallots; cook and stir until tender. Add asparagus; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the broth, wine and coriander. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until asparagus is tender, 3-5 minutes. Do not drain. Cool slightly. Place in blender; cover and process until pureed. Stir in pepper. Keep warm. , To make crisps, heat a lightly greased small skillet over medium heat. Add about 2 tablespoons cheese; cook until cheese is golden brown and bubbly, 1-2 minutes. Carefully flip the crisp; cook 30 seconds longer. Remove to waxed paper to cool. Repeat., In a small bowl, combine the creme fraiche, lemon juice and lemon zest., Ladle soup into cups; dollop with creme fraiche mixture. Serve with Parmesan crisps.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 606mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Bipul Hossin
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This soup is a must-try for any asparagus lover. It's creamy, flavorful, and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Olu
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. It's also very flavorful and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Waseem Ahmad Waseem Ahmad
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This soup is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Fred Gilchrist
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also very flavorful and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Mi Mo
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This soup is a must-try for any asparagus lover. It's creamy, flavorful, and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Aniq Sheikh
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The asparagus is always cooked perfectly and the soup is always creamy and flavorful.


Marii Viidul
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. It's creamy, flavorful, and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Javier Vazquez
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This soup was delicious! It was easy to make and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Rang kutoa
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the asparagus was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Heart Art
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This soup was a hit with my family. They loved the creamy texture and the tangy flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Stardo Brown
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This soup was delicious! I made it for my friends and they all loved it. The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the soup was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


king of PUBG
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This is a great soup for a light lunch or dinner. It's also very easy to make. I simply followed the recipe and had a delicious soup in no time.


Siraj Depar
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I made this soup for my family and they all loved it. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the asparagus was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Yabu 701
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I had some extra asparagus from a salad I made earlier in the week, and this soup was the perfect way to use it up. The soup was easy to make and very flavorful.


Lorri Gaters
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I was skeptical about this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but I was pleasantly surprised. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the asparagus was not overpowering. I would definitely make this again.


RY SAUCY
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This soup is amazing! I made it for a dinner party last weekend and everyone loved it. The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the flavors were spot-on. I will definitely be making this again.


MUGHAL EMPIRE THAMEL
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I've tried many asparagus soup recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the addition of lemon zest and Dijon mustard - they give the soup a wonderful depth of flavor.


Jakir Jafor
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This asparagus soup was an absolute delight! The tangy flavor was perfectly balanced with the creamy texture. I followed the recipe exactly and had no problems. My family gave this a 10/10.