CREME D'ARGENTEUIL AU CRABE (ASPARAGUS SOUP W/CRAB -- FRANCE)
I know there are already many variations on the asparagus soup theme here on RZ, but ... every yr at this time, I think of Andi of LMF, her abundance of fresh asparagus, her love of Maryland crab & "Sat Lunch at the Farm". This recipe found in *The Best Ever French Cooking Course* cookbook by Carole Clements & Elizabeth Wolf-Cohen met my goal in all ways. Per the intro, " The word *Argenteuil* in any French recipe almost always indicates asparagus, being the town in north-central France famed for this superb seasonal delicacy." *Enjoy* !
Provided by twissis
Categories Crab
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 Bowl or Cup Soup Servings, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over med-high heat. Add asparagus & cook 5-6 min, stirring freq till the asparagus is bright green but not browned.
- Add stock & bring to a boil over high heat, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface. Simmer over med-heat for 2-4 min till the asparagus is tender, but crisp.
- Reserve 16-18 asparagus tips for garnishing. Season to taste w/salt & pepper, cover & continue cooking for about 15-20 min till asparagus is very tender.
- Puree the soup using a blender food proc or "magic bullet". Return soup to the saucepan & bring to a boil over med-high heat. Blend cornstarch w/2-3 tbsp cold water & whisk into the boliing soup to thicken. Then gradually stir in the cream, adjust seasonings to taste & serve immediately as below.
- *To Serve* ~ Ladle soup into bowls & top w/2 oz crab meat + a few of the reserved asparagus tips. ~~ The # of servings or serving size was not given, so I estimated 4 bowl size servings or 6 cup size servings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.6, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 11.9, Cholesterol 96.8, Sodium 1181, Carbohydrate 30.4, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 12.1, Protein 28.2
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Mumbere Victor
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The asparagus soup with crab was delicious and elegant. The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the crab meat was tender and flavorful. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the herbs added a nice touch of freshness.
Akash kabir
[email protected]This soup was a big hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the combination of asparagus and crab, and the sauce was so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this soup again.
Nala Mattai
[email protected]I loved this asparagus soup with crab! The flavors were amazing and the soup was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Brenda Aguirre
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the crab meat added a nice touch of elegance. I especially appreciated the use of fresh herbs, which added a lovely brightness to the dish. I will definitely be making this soup again.
Muhammad Ahmer
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The asparagus soup with crab was delicious and elegant. The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the crab meat was tender and flavorful. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the herbs added a nice touch of freshness.
RAAJ Sharma technology
[email protected]This soup was a big hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the combination of asparagus and crab, and the sauce was so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this soup again.
Mary Lewis
[email protected]I loved this asparagus soup with crab! The flavors were amazing and the soup was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Chikondi Sakala
[email protected]This asparagus soup with crab was a delicious and elegant dish. The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the crab meat was tender and flavorful. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the herbs added a nice touch of freshness. I would definitely recom
Nadir Shah khilji
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the crab meat added a nice touch of elegance. I especially appreciated the use of fresh herbs, which added a lovely brightness to the dish. I will definitely be making this soup again.
Husnain Dogar
[email protected]I love this asparagus soup with crab! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The asparagus and crab are a perfect combination, and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I always get compliments when I serve this soup.
Nadeem Byai
[email protected]This asparagus soup with crab was a delightful spring dish. The asparagus was tender and flavorful, and the crab meat added a nice touch of sweetness. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the herbs added a nice touch of freshness. I would definite
Tenywa Abdu
[email protected]I'm a big fan of asparagus soup, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The combination of asparagus, crab, and cream is simply divine. The soup is also very easy to make, which is a bonus.
Omar gamer
[email protected]This soup was absolutely delicious! The asparagus and crab were perfectly cooked, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I loved the subtle hint of lemon that brightened up the dish. I will definitely be making this soup again.
SARJINA AKTER STUDENT
[email protected]This asparagus soup with crab was a hit at my dinner party! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the crab meat added a nice touch of elegance. My guests raved about it, and I'm sure I'll be making it again soon.
Paul Gonzalez
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting asparagus soup recipes, and this one definitely delivered. The combination of asparagus, crab, and cream created a soup that was both flavorful and elegant. I especially appreciated the use of fresh herbs, whic
Chavonne Rustin
[email protected]This asparagus soup with crab was a delightful culinary journey. The flavors of the asparagus, crab, and herbs blended harmoniously, creating a rich and flavorful broth. The soup had a velvety texture, and the crab meat added a delicate sweetness and