ASPARAGUS SOUP WITH BASIL CREAM
Steps:
- In a small saucepan simmer reserved asparagus ends in water, covered, 15 minutes. Remove and discard asparagus ends with slotted spoon and bring water to a boil. Add reserved asparagus tips and cook, uncovered, over high heat until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer asparagus tips with slotted spoon to a colander, reserving cooking liquid, and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Drain tips well.
- In a 4-quart heavy saucepan cook onions in butter with salt and pepper to taste over moderate heat, stirring until pale golden. Add asparagus stalk pieces, broth, and reserved cooking liquid and simmer, covered, 15 minutes, or until asparagus pieces are tender.
- Basil cream
- Make basil cream while soup simmers: In a small saucepan bring cream to a boil and stir in basil and salt. Cook mixture over high heat, stirring, until basil is wilted, about 5 to 10 seconds, and in a blender purée mixture. Return basil cream to small saucepan and keep warm.
- Purée soup in cleaned blender in small batches and return to 4-quart saucepan, thinning with water if desired. Season soup with salt and pepper and heat over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
- Divide soup among 6 bowls and add asparagus tips, arranging them decoratively. Drizzle basil cream over each serving.
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Mihretab Yifter
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables!
Saeed Jani 5335
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed this soup. It's light and flavorful, and the basil cream adds a nice touch of richness.
brody edwards
[email protected]This soup is a must-try for any asparagus lover. It's creamy, flavorful, and absolutely delicious.
Rohan Gole
[email protected]I made this soup for my family and they loved it! It's a great way to use up leftover asparagus.
Abud Majid
[email protected]This is the best asparagus soup I've ever had. The flavors are amazing and the texture is perfect.
Anand Anand
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect soup for a spring or summer dinner party.
King vlogs
[email protected]This soup is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Nld Nte
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful. I always make a double batch so I have leftovers for lunch the next day.
Ashiq Limboo
[email protected]The soup was easy to make and turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.
Trashey Drakpa
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. I love the fresh flavors of the asparagus and basil.
oindo douglas
[email protected]I've never been a big fan of asparagus, but this soup changed my mind. It's creamy and flavorful, and the basil cream is the perfect finishing touch.
Sani Kjan
[email protected]I thought the soup was a bit bland. I added some extra salt and pepper and it was much better.
Abdul Rouf
[email protected]The soup was a bit too thick for my taste, but the flavor was still good.
Ali Hosen
[email protected]This soup is simple to make and absolutely delicious. The flavors are well-balanced and the basil cream adds a nice touch of richness. I would definitely make this again.
Emmanuel Siame
[email protected]I made this soup for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I will definitely be making it again.
Florence Ball
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables!
Janice Sokari
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of asparagus and basil. I highly recommend this recipe!
Ty Jenkins
[email protected]The soup was easy to make and tasted delicious. I would recommend adding a bit more salt and pepper to taste.
Rick Robertson
[email protected]This asparagus soup with basil cream is a delightful spring dish! The flavors of the asparagus and basil are perfectly balanced, and the soup is creamy and rich without being heavy. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. Will defi