Indulge in the delectable flavors of Spargelsuppe mit Käse (Cream of White Asparagus Soup with Blue Cheese), a classic German soup that embodies the essence of spring. This velvety smooth soup is crafted with fresh white asparagus, lending a subtly sweet and earthy flavor. Enhanced with aromatic shallots, garlic, and a hint of nutmeg, each spoonful promises a symphony of flavors. The addition of creamy blue cheese adds a tangy and rich dimension, creating a harmonious balance that will tantalize your taste buds. Served with toasted bread or crispy croutons, this soup is not only comforting but also visually stunning, with its vibrant green hue and elegant presentation. Discover the culinary journey that awaits within this article, where you'll find both the classic recipe and a vegan variation, ensuring that everyone can savor the delights of this springtime delicacy.
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SPARGELSUPPE (WHITE ASPARAGUS SOUP)
"'Spargel' is easy to find if you live in Germany, it is more difficult living in the US. German asparagus is low in calories and high in vitamins and minerals, making it a popular indulgence, although pouring Hollandaise sauce over it makes it a very substantial, special German dinner." If you can't find this asparagus in a...
Provided by Ellen Bales
Categories Other Soups
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Make sure you peel the asparagus before you chop it into small pieces. The thicker the asparagus, the better for peeling.
- 2. In a 4-qt. saucepan, saute the onion in butter until soft. Add the pieces of asparagus, minus the heads, and steam for 5 minutes. Add the broth and boil gently for about 30 minutes, or until the asparagus is very soft.
- 3. Puree the soup in batches in the blender (place a towel over the lid and hold down the lid so the hot soup does not splatter) or with a hand blender and return to pan.
- 4. Bring soup to a simmer and add the reserved asparagus heads. Cook at least 5 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Turn down the heat and add the cream. Do not boil further.
- 5. Taste and add salt and freshly ground pepper as needed. You may also want to add a few spoonfuls of white wine, if you think the soup needs acidity. Garnish with parsley and serve while hot.
CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Saute 1 chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon fresh thyme in 2 tablespoons butter in a large pot over medium-high heat until softened, about 5 minutes. Add 2 pounds asparagus (trimmed and chopped), 1 1/2 cups each water and chicken broth and a big pinch of salt. Simmer until tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Working in batches, puree in a blender. Return to the pot, whisk in 1/2 cup crème fraiche and warm through (do not boil). Season with salt and pepper. Top with more creme fraiche and chopped chives.
WHITE ASPARAGUS SOUP
Provided by Food Network
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large soup pot, add the butter and melt it over medium heat. Add the onion and saute until it begins to soften and melt, but not until brown since you want the soup to maintain a light, creamy shade. Add the peeled white asparagus (it is an extremely fibrous vegetable so make sure to peel it before cooking), the broth and the wine. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and simmer until the asparagus is tender, about 20 to 25 minutes. Let the soup cool for about 5 minutes. Carefully add the soup, in batches, to a blender and puree. Return the soup to the pot over low heat. Add the half-and-half and season with salt and white pepper, to taste. Warm the soup until heated through. Ladle the soup into serving bowls and garnish with chervil before serving.
- In a large soup pot, add the butter and melt it over medium heat. Add the onion and saute until it begins to soften and melt, but not until brown since you want the soup to maintain a light, creamy shade. Add the peeled white asparagus (it is an extremely fibrous vegetable so make sure to peel it before cooking), the broth and the wine. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and simmer until the asparagus is tender, about 20 to 25 minutes. Let the soup cool for about 5 minutes. Carefully add the soup, in batches, to a blender and puree. Return the soup to the pot over low heat. Add the half-and-half and season with salt and white pepper, to taste. Warm the soup until heated through. Ladle the soup into serving bowls and garnish with chervil before serving.
CHEESY CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP
Steps:
- Prepare asparagus according to package directions; drain and set aside. In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Cool slightly., Pour half the milk mixture into a blender; add half the asparagus. Cover and process until very smooth; return soup to the saucepan. Repeat with the remaining milk mixture and asparagus. Stir in the cheese, hot pepper sauce, salt and pepper; heat through (do not boil). If desired, top with roasted asparagus tips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 19g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 852mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
SPARGELCREMESUPPE (CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP)
Asparagus season is mid-May through late-June is a common vegetable in Germany. The white asparagus is called Spargel and is particularly popular.
Provided by Scarlett516
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Trim, peel, and cut the asparagus into 1" pieces.
- Steam the asparagus for about ten minutes.
- Remove the asparagus and save the asparagus water to either make the chicken broth or to use in the soup and omit the chicken broth.
- In a large pot, melt the butter.
- Add the steamed asparagus and oregano. Cook in the butter for a few minutes.
- Add the flour to the asparagus, stir, then add the chicken broth or asparagus water.
- Stir again.
- Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until the asparagus is soft.
- Remove from heat and blend until smooth.
- Stir in the milk or cream, then reheat but do not let the mixture boil. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.9, Fat 15.6, SaturatedFat 9.2, Cholesterol 39.1, Sodium 898.9, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 3, Protein 11.9
CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP
"I associate asparagus with spring-time...and its beautiful green color with new life," shares Lynn Vogel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. "That's why this delightful soup is the perfect started to our family's Easter dinner each year."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute the leeks in butter. Add broth, asparagus, potatoes and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender., In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth; return to the pan. Add milk; cook over low heat until heated through. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 748mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ASPARAGUS SOUP (SPARGELSUPPE)
Posted for Dee so she can find it when asparagus is in season! :) Found in an online search. Prep & serving times are guess-timates.
Provided by Impera_Magna
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Scrape asparagus stalks to remove tough portion and cut into bite-size pieces.
- Place in boiling salted water with a pinch of sugar.
- Simmer gently for 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in cream.
- Blend in lightly beaten egg yolks.
- Season with pepper, add lemon juice and white wine.
- Fry diced ham in butter till crisp. Sprinkle on top.
- Serve at once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.7, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 184.7, Sodium 118.5, Carbohydrate 6.3, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 1.7, Protein 6.2
CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP (CRèME D'ASPERGES)
This classic French soup is made with just six ingredients: butter, asparagus, onion, chicken stock, cream, and lemon juice.
Categories Soup/Stew Milk/Cream Blender Vegetable Quick & Easy Lunch Asparagus Spring Simmer Gourmet Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Easter Vegetarian
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut tips from 12 asparagus 1 1/2 inches from top and halve tips lengthwise if thick. Reserve for garnish.
- Cut stalks and all remaining asparagus into 1/2-inch pieces.
- Cook onion in 2 tablespoons butter in a 4-quart heavy pot over moderately low heat, stirring, until softened. Add asparagus pieces and salt and pepper to taste, then cook, stirring, 5 minutes. Add 5 cups broth and simmer, covered, until asparagus is very tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
- While soup simmers, cook reserved asparagus tips in boiling salted water until just tender, 3 to 4 minutes, then drain.
- Purée soup in batches in a blender until smooth, transferring to a bowl (use caution when blending hot liquids), and return to pan. Stir in crème fraîche, then add more broth to thin soup to desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper. Bring soup to a boil and whisk in remaining tablespoon butter.
- Add lemon juice and garnish with asparagus tips.
CREAM OF WHITE ASPARAGUS SOUP
White asparagus is more mild and less fibrous than the green. It is white because it hasn't been exposed to light.
Provided by AnitaL
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, over medium heat, sauté onion and garlic in butter for 5 minutes or until translucent.
- Add chicken stock, asparagus tips and stems, potato, thyme, salt and pepper.
- Cover and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer until vegetables are soft, about 30 minutes.
- Remove asparagus tips and set aside.
- Allow soup to cool, then put in blender and blend till smooth.
- Return soup to saucepan, add reserved asparagus tips and cream and heat thoroughly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.9, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 48.5, Sodium 603.7, Carbohydrate 18.6, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 4.3, Protein 8.3
ASPARAGUS CHEESE SOUP
Thyme has a sweet, savory flavor that really enhances a variety of dishes, including this creamy soup.-Elizabeth Montgomery, Allston, MA
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add asparagus and heat through. Add the cheese, thyme and nutmeg. Cook until cheese is melted, stirring frequently (do not boil). Garnish with croutons and additional cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 24g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 994mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cut asparagus or frozen asparagus spears.
- If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk or half-and-half instead.
- For a smoother soup, purée it in a blender or food processor until it reaches the desired consistency.
- Garnish the soup with fresh herbs, such as chives, dill, or parsley.
- Serve the soup immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Cream of white asparagus soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover asparagus. With its creamy texture and delicate flavor, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table.
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