Best Asparagus And Gruyere Soup Recipes

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CREAMY ASPARAGUS SOUP WITH MUSHROOMS



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This is from one of my Food and Wine cookbooks. It is very easy to make and freezes well. Feel free to omit the mushrooms if you want. Make a big batch of this when asparagus is in season and freeze individual servings of it. YUM!

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil
10 ounces fresh shiitake mushrooms, sliced (or 1/2 pound white mushrooms)
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 large onion, chopped
1 quart water
1 quart chicken broth
1/3 cup long grain rice
2 lbs asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat 2 T oil over moderate heat. Add the mushrooms, ¼ t salt and the pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are golden; about 5 minutes.
  • Remove the mushrooms and set aside. Reduce the heat to low and add another tablespoon of oil to the pot.
  • Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent; about 5 minutes.
  • Add the water, broth, rice, and the remaining salt to the pot. Bring to a boil.
  • Continue boiling for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the asparagus. Cook until tender; about 5 minutes.
  • Using a hand blender or food processor, puree the soup until smooth.
  • Return the soup to the pot and add the reserved mushrooms.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.8, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 1967.5, Carbohydrate 36.6, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 8.2, Protein 12.9

ASPARAGUS SOUP



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 shallot, minced
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
3 bunches pencil asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup thawed, frozen peas or 1 cup shelled fresh English peas (about 1 pound unshelled)
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 cups lightly packed baby spinach
Four 1/8-inch slices day-old sourdough bread (about 3 ounces)
Olive oil, for drizzling
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
One 3-ounce wedge Parmesan
Creme fraiche
Finely chopped fresh chives
Fresh cilantro leaves
Lime wedges
Good-quality extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • For the soup: In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, bring the oil to medium heat. Add the shallot and salt and pepper to taste. Sweat until translucent, about 1 minute, being careful not to brown. Add the asparagus to the pot and sweat until beginning to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the peas and sweat another minute. Pour in the white wine and deglaze the pot. Add 5 cups water and continue simmering until crisp-tender, another 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Working in batches (and carefully as the liquid will be hot), puree the soup until smooth in a blender. In the last batch, add the baby spinach and puree; this will give the soup a vibrant green color. Strain back into the pot through a fine mesh sieve. Return to a simmer until slightly thickened, 4 to 6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from the heat.
  • For the Parmesan breadcrumbs: While the soup simmers, pulse the bread in a food processor until you have very coarse crumbs. Once processed, transfer the breadcrumbs to a medium mixing bowl. Drizzle with a generous amount of olive oil. Toss with the thyme. Season mixture with salt and pepper. Transfer to a parchment-lined sheet tray. Using a grater, finely grate a few tablespoons of Parmesan over the breadcrumbs. Place into the oven and bake until golden and crispy, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool.
  • To serve: Ladle the soup into shallow serving bowls. Sprinkle evenly with a few teaspoons of Parmesan breadcrumbs and top with a dollop of creme fraiche. Garnish with chopped chives, cilantro leaves, a squeeze of a lime wedge and a splash of extra-virgin olive oil. Serve immediately.

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH GRUYERE



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Make and share this Roasted Asparagus With Gruyere recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jovigirl

Categories     Cheese

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb fresh asparagus
1 small red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 small onion, cut into thin wedges
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup shredded gruyere

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400. Snap off and discard woody bases from asparagus. If desired, scrape off scales. In 15x10x1 baking pan, combine asparagus, sweet pepper and onion. Drizzle with oil; toss gently to coat. Spread in single layer. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Roast about 20 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Transfer to serving platter; sprinkle with Gruyere cheese. Let stand about 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 5, Sodium 114.2, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 2, Sugar 2.5, Protein 3.2

CREAMY ASPARAGUS SOUP



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Step into spring with this easy blender soup that showcases fresh asparagus, leeks, shallots, and just a touch of cream from a last-minute drizzle of crème fraîche.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 35m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups thinly sliced leeks, white and light-green parts only, well washed and patted dry (from 2)
3/4 cup thinly sliced shallot
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 2 cups)
3 to 4 cups ( homemade or low-sodium store-bought)
Crème fraîche, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add leeks and shallot; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add asparagus and 3 cups broth; bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, until asparagus is very tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes.
  • Working in batches (don't fill it more than halfway), purée asparagus in a blender until very smooth, 1 to 2 minutes a batch, thinning with more broth if necessary. Transfer to cleaned pan, and heat until steaming. Whisk crème fraîche with a little water until it has the consistency of heavy cream. Spoon some on top of each serving, swirling with a toothpick, if desired.

FRESH ASPARAGUS SOUP



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We have a large asparagus patch and are able to freeze a lot for the year. My recipe highlights the flavor of the vegetable and is very easy to make. -Sherri Melotik, Oak Creek, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon canola oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 5 cups)
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
2-1/2 cups fat-free milk, divided
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
2 tablespoons white wine
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Minced fresh chives, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add asparagus and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 8-10 minutes or until asparagus is tender. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Transfer to a blender; cover and process until smooth., In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons flour and 1/4 cup milk until smooth; set aside. In same saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Stir in seasonings and remaining flour until smooth; cook and stir 45-60 seconds or until light golden brown. Gradually whisk in cream, remaining milk and reserved flour mixture. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in wine, lemon juice and asparagus mixture; heat through. If desired, top each serving with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 585mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAM OF ASPARAGUS AND MUSHROOM SOUP



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We are a soup-eating family and this version was the result of finding asparagus on sale for 99-cents a pound and needing to use some shitake mushrooms while they were still good. My husband says it's his new favorite. I hope you enjoy it, too! Like all recipes, feel free to adjust ingredients to your own taste. This is a fast...

Provided by Julie Jarrell Bailey

Categories     Cream Soups

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 to 2 lb fresh asparagus, chopped
1/2 sweet onion, chopped
3.2 oz shitake mushroom*, chopped
2 Tbsp lemon juice
2 tsp garlic, minced
3 c chicken broth (use vegetable broth to make this a vegetarian dish)
1 c heavy cream
salt & pepper to taste
1 Tbsp balsamic glaze (optional)
1-1/2 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp butter
1 dash(es) herbs to garnish, dill weed and basil (optional)
1 tsp sour cream garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Remove about one-inch bottom of stem then chop the asparagus. Rinse in a colander and allow to drain. Set aside.
  • 2. Heat butter and olive oil in heavy pan over medium-high temperature. Add chopped onion and stir for one or two minutes. Reduce heat to medium, stirring for about three-minutes. Add chopped mushroom*, garlic, salt and pepper, continuing to stir for a few more minutes until onion is tender and translucent (five or six minutes total). [*NOTE: I prefer shitake mushrooms because they have a nice, beefy consistency. However, use your favorite.]
  • 3. Add the asparagus, lemon juice and one-cup of the chicken stock to the pot. Reduce heat to medium-low setting. Cover pot and continue cooking about 15-minutes until asparagus is tender.
  • 4. Add remainder of chicken stock and one-half cup of the heavy cream to the pot. Taste test to determine if you want to add more salt or pepper.
  • 5. Insert immersion blender into mixture and mix until all ingredients are creamy-smooth texture. ADD remainder of heavy cream and stir.
  • 6. Serve hot. OPTIONAL: Garnish with one or more of the following: Dash of dill weed, dash of basil, teaspoon of sour cream, drizzle of balsamic glaze.

ASPARAGUS SOUP



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
2 shallots, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Small pinch red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
4 cups chicken broth
1 pound asparagus, tough ends trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup half-and-half

Steps:

  • Add the butter to a large saucepan over medium heat to melt. Once foaming and melted, add the shallots and garlic and saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the red pepper flakes, cook until fragrant, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Stir in the flour and cook until blonde and pasty. Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring. Bring the mixture to a boil, and then reduce to a simmer. Add the asparagus and simmer until it's nice and tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in the half-and-half. Remove from the heat and use a stick blender to puree the soup until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

CREAMY GINGER-ASPARAGUS SOUP



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Creamy is front and center in the recipe title and it is certainly earned, but this silky vegan soup takes an alternative route from the usual dairy-based add-ins to get there. The secret ingredients that create the creamy texture are probably already in your pantry: starchy russet potatoes and heart-healthy olive oil. Aromatics like cilantro, shallot, and ginger are blended in to punch up the flavor; and while you won't be able to taste it, baby spinach gives the soup its vibrant green color.

Provided by Lauryn Tyrell

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
1 shallot, chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 russet potato, peeled and chopped (1 1/2 cups)
Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper
1 1/2 pounds asparagus, ends trimmed, stalks chopped (3 cups)
1 cup packed cilantro leaves (from about 1 large bunch)
2 cups packed baby spinach
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add shallot and ginger and cook until softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Add potato and 4 cups water. Season with salt and pepper and simmer until potatoes are just tender, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Add asparagus and continue to simmer until vegetables are tender, 8 to 10 minutes more. Reserve one cup liquid from pot and transfer the rest of the mixture to a blender; let cool slightly.
  • Add cilantro and spinach to blender and purée until smooth, adding reserved broth as needed for desired consistency. Return soup to pot and stir in remaining 1/4 cup oil. Season with salt and pepper and serve warm or chilled, with a drizzle of oil, more pepper, and lemon wedges on the side.

CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP



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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.

ASPARAGUS POTATO SOUP



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"This creamy and comforting soup is a terrific way to warm up on a cold or rainy day," writes Sherry McKellar of Springville, Utah. Hearty bowls featuring tender potatoes and asparagus get a special touch when topped with bacon and cheddar cheese.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups diced peeled potatoes
1/2 pound fresh asparagus, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
4 cups water
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
12 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan or soup kettle, combine the potatoes, asparagus, onion, celery, bouillon and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the butter., In a bowl, combine flour, cream, milk, salt and pepper until smooth; add to the vegetable mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Garnish with bacon and cheese.

Nutrition Facts :

ASPARAGUS CHEESE SOUP



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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

1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 cups whole milk
4 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces), cooked and drained or 2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen cut asparagus, thawed
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
4 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Croutons and additional shredded cheddar cheese, optional

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.

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