LEMON ASPARAGUS SOUP

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We have a small asparagus patch, and my husband and I wait eagerly for this tasty vegetable to appear every spring. We're pleased to use our precious harvest in this soup. Lemon and nutmeg give it a surprising spark. -Darlene Swille, Green Bay, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup water
2 chicken bouillon cubes
3/4 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups milk
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Dash seasoned salt

Steps:

  • In a 2-qt. saucepan, saute the onion and celery in butter until tender. Combine cornstarch and water; stir into the saucepan with bouillon. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Add asparagus. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until asparagus is crisp-tender, about 3-4 minutes. , Stir in the milk, lemon zest, nutmeg and seasoned salt. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Fat 12g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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