QUICK ASPARAGUS SOUP

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"My kids wouldn't eat asparagus when they were young," writes Lois McAtee. "But after trying this smooth creamy soup, they all wanted seconds." To hurry along preparation, the Oceanside, California reader relies on frozen asparagus.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (10 ounces) frozen asparagus cuts
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1-1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Seasoned salad croutons

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine asparagus, onion, water, salt, bouillon, basil and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Cool for 5 minutes; stir in milk., In a blender or food processor, process the soup in batches until smooth; return to the pan. Stir in cream; heat through. Garnish with croutons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 574mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Sunano Ephraim
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the creamy texture and the sweet flavor of the asparagus.


promise sunday
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I love the vibrant green color of this soup. It's so inviting and makes me want to eat it.


Sowaljan Wafa
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Ssempijja Rusha
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I'm not usually a fan of cream soups, but this one is an exception. It's light and flavorful, and the asparagus flavor really shines through.


Somila Nzima
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some leftover asparagus and potatoes, and this soup was the perfect way to use them up.


Angie Seabolt
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I love the addition of fresh herbs to this soup. They really brighten up the flavor.


MD pavel Hossain
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook asparagus, and this soup is a great option. It's simple to make and the results are delicious.


Aphile Emanuel
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with asparagus, potatoes, and carrots, all of which are good for you.


Ami Tumi
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I actually really enjoyed this soup. The other ingredients balanced out the asparagus flavor perfectly.


Firework Combo
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This soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's warm and hearty, with a rich and flavorful broth.


Onuoha Osinachi
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the delicate flavor and creamy texture.


Neelam Devi Das
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I'm always looking for new and interesting soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The asparagus and potatoes give it a unique flavor and texture that I really enjoyed.


MUHAMMAD AMIN Shamin
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious.


kingora mwaniki
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of asparagus and potatoes, but I'm glad I gave this recipe a try. The flavors blended together beautifully and the soup was incredibly creamy and satisfying.


Brian Roberts
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This soup is a keeper! It's so simple to make, yet so elegant and delicious. I've already made it twice and it's been a hit both times.


Des Acalla
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The soup was rich and flavorful, with a beautiful green color. My family loved it.


Blushing Beauty
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Easy to make and absolutely delicious! I'm not usually a fan of asparagus, but this soup changed my mind. The creamy texture and subtle flavors were just perfect.


Ahad Mustazi
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This asparagus soup was a delightful surprise! The flavors were perfectly balanced, with the asparagus providing a delicate sweetness and the other ingredients adding depth and complexity. I especially appreciated the use of fresh herbs, which really