HERBED ASPARAGUS SOUP
From Sterling Heights, Michigan, Adele Long shares the recipe for an asparagus soup that tastes like spring. Pureed to a smooth and creamy texture, the soup is nicely seasoned with thyme...and is sure to please asparagus lovers.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute onions and garlic in butter. Add the broth, asparagus, salt, thyme, pepper and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until asparagus is tender. Drain asparagus, reserving cooking liquid. Discard bay leaf. Cool slightly., In a food processor, combine asparagus and 1/2 cup cooking liquid; cover and process until smooth. Return pureed asparagus and remaining cooking liquid to pan. , Combine the flour and water until smooth; stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Garnish each serving with sour cream and lemon zest.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 876mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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Khan baba Fan
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but I actually really enjoyed this soup. The flavors were very well balanced.
Asad Alo
[email protected]This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more herbs next time.
Jamil jani
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover asparagus.
darmi jasmine
[email protected]This soup was easy to make and so delicious! I added a little extra garlic and it was perfect.
Kesha Craven
[email protected]I made this soup for my family last night, and they loved it! The asparagus was cooked perfectly, and the soup was very flavorful.
Tony Littlemoney
[email protected]This herbed asparagus soup was absolutely delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the soup was so creamy and rich. I will definitely be making this again.