HERBED ASPARAGUS SOUP

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From Sterling Heights, Michigan, Adele Long shares the recipe for an asparagus soup that tastes like spring. Pureed to a smooth and creamy texture, the soup is nicely seasoned with thyme...and is sure to please asparagus lovers.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 green onions, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon butter
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons water
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

In a large saucepan, saute onions and garlic in butter. Add the broth, asparagus, salt, thyme, pepper and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until asparagus is tender. Drain asparagus, reserving cooking liquid. Discard bay leaf. Cool slightly., In a food processor, combine asparagus and 1/2 cup cooking liquid; cover and process until smooth. Return pureed asparagus and remaining cooking liquid to pan. , Combine the flour and water until smooth; stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Garnish each serving with sour cream and lemon zest.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 876mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges