ASPARAGUS SOUP WITH HERBS

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The fresh flavor of herbs shines through in this special soup. Because it calls for frozen asparagus, you can make it any time of year.-Bev Smith, Ferndale, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 cup minced fresh parsley
1 large carrot, cut into 1-inch pieces
5 fresh basil leaves, minced
1 to 2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash cayenne pepper
1 package (10 ounces) frozen asparagus spears, thawed
Sour cream and chopped tomatoes, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in the broth, parsley, carrot, basil, tarragon, salt, pepper and cayenne. Cut asparagus into 1-in. pieces; set tips aside. Add asparagus pieces to saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Cool slightly., Puree soup in batches in a blender. Return to the saucepan. Stir in asparagus tips; cook for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Garnish with sour cream and tomatoes if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 722mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Vince Lockaton
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This soup is a keeper. It's creamy, flavorful, and perfect for a cozy meal on a cold day.


Firas Ali
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This soup was a great way to use up some leftover asparagus. It was also a good source of vitamins and minerals.


Top Trick
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Overall, this was a good soup. It was easy to make and had a nice flavor. I would definitely make it again.


Adofo Comfort
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This soup was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less salt next time.


Sheikh Ihsan Sheikh Ihsan
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I followed the recipe exactly but my soup didn't turn out as creamy as I expected. Maybe I didn't blend it long enough.


Mao Bundala
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The soup was too thick for my liking. I added some more broth to thin it out.


24 SOCIAL MEDIA
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This soup was a bit too bland for my taste. I added some extra salt and pepper to give it more flavor.


Najam Ul Hassan
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I'm not a fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed this soup. The creamy broth and flavorful herbs balanced out the asparagus flavor perfectly.


Ruben Lomeli
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. It's also a good source of vitamins and minerals.


Fahad Shah460
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the creamy texture and delicate flavor.


duranta ghatak
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out perfectly. It was creamy, flavorful, and had a beautiful green color.


Matlab Bazar
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5 stars! This asparagus soup is a keeper. It's creamy, flavorful, and perfect for a cozy meal on a cold day.


leticialevi tulomba
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This soup was easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially loved the addition of fresh herbs, which gave it a bright and vibrant taste.


Nasima Akter
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I'm not usually a fan of asparagus, but this soup changed my mind. The delicate flavors and smooth texture made it an enjoyable dish.


khehla bongumusa
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The asparagus soup turned out so creamy and flavorful, thanks to the perfect balance of ingredients. It was a hit at our dinner party and everyone raved about it.


Meghann Flook
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This asparagus soup was a delightful culinary experience that exceeded my expectations. The combination of fresh asparagus, aromatic herbs, and creamy broth created a symphony of flavors that tantalized my taste buds.