ZIPPY CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP

Zippy Cream of Asparagus Soup image

"My best friend and I enjoy this smooth soup so much we knew we had to share it," explains Hilda Magnuson of Whittier, California. "Pepper gives it zip."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
2-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 ounces fat-free cream cheese, cubed
2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

In a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, saute onion and garlic until tender. Add the asparagus, broth and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until asparagus is tender., Place a third of the mixture in a blender; add cream cheese, sour cream and dill. Cover and process until smooth; return to pan. Cook over medium heat until heated through. Sprinkle with nutmeg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 192mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges