CREAM OF WHITE ASPARAGUS SOUP

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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

1 lb fresh white asparagus, cut into large chunks
1 medium onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
24 ounces chicken broth
1 medium potato, peeled and diced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
4 ounces heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
salt

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

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