Asparagus stars in this flavorful soup, a favorite recipe from my Italian grandmother. I have fond memories of chopping veggies and cooking with her as a child. -Sandy Clayton, Visalia, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h45m
Yield 10 servings (about 2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cut tips from asparagus spears; set aside. Place stalks in a large skillet; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes. Strain, reserving 4 cups cooking liquid. Discard stalks., In a Dutch oven, saute the potatoes, onion, celery, carrot, parsley and garlic in oil until vegetables are tender. Stir in the broth, salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, bay leaf and reserved cooking liquid. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Discard bay leaf. Cool slightly., In a blender, cover and puree soup in batches until smooth. Return to the pan. Add the chicken, cream, remaining pepper and reserved asparagus tips. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until asparagus is tender. Garnish with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 660mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
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