ZIPPY CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP

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"My best friend and I enjoy this smooth soup so much we knew we had to share it," explains Hilda Magnuson of Whittier, California. "Pepper gives it zip."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
2-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 ounces fat-free cream cheese, cubed
2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, saute onion and garlic until tender. Add the asparagus, broth and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until asparagus is tender., Place a third of the mixture in a blender; add cream cheese, sour cream and dill. Cover and process until smooth; return to pan. Cook over medium heat until heated through. Sprinkle with nutmeg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 192mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Omarion Ruddock
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I'm not a huge fan of asparagus but I really enjoyed this soup. The cream and butter mellowed out the flavor of the asparagus.


sarah thorpe
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This soup is so easy to make and it tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen. It's definitely a keeper!


Amjid Aryan
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I love the way the asparagus and cream come together in this soup. It's so smooth and flavorful.


NOMAN SATTAR
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This is a great soup for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to sneak in some extra vegetables.


Juntad Khan
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This soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's also a great way to use up leftover ham.


Md Moula
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I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add different vegetables or proteins to change up the flavor.


Bill Edrich
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Shayaan
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I'm a huge fan of asparagus and this soup did not disappoint. It's creamy, flavorful, and so easy to make.


Gideon James
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I made this soup for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


janette johnson
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This is the best asparagus soup I've ever had. I love the way the lemon zest brightens up the flavor.


Sharif Hasan
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Wow! This soup is amazing. It's so rich and decadent. I feel like I'm eating at a Michelin starred restaurant.


Mausom Nembang
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I'm not usually a fan of asparagus but this soup changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Frol Winnie
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Great recipe. I added a little bit of grated Parmesan cheese to the top before serving and it was heavenly.


raisHamza402
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This was so easy to make and it tasted like I spent hours in the kitchen. Definitely a keeper!


Billy Hopman
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I love that the asparagus flavor really shines through in this soup. The cream and butter add a nice richness without overpowering it.


Jennifer Butler
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This soup was delicious! My whole family loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.


X_ANTHONY_X
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Creamy and flavorful asparagus soup! The perfect comfort food for a chilly day.