Cream Of Asparagus Soup
Cream of Asparagus Soup is a delicious and creamy soup made with fresh asparagus, onions, garlic, and a hint of cream. This soup is perfect for a cozy evening at home or a dinner party with friends. It's easy to make and can be served as a starter or a main course. The combination of fresh asparagus and cream gives the soup a smooth and velvety texture, while the subtle flavors of onion and garlic add depth and complexity. Whether you're a fan of asparagus or looking to try something new, this soup is sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 (14.5 ounces) can of chicken broth, divided
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Take a large saucepan and combine asparagus, 1/2 cup of chicken broth, and onion in it. Cover the pan and put it on high heat to bring it to a boil. Once it boils, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 12 minutes until the asparagus becomes tender.
- In the same saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add flour, salt, and pepper to it, and keep stirring the mixture constantly for about 2 minutes
- Now, increase the heat to medium and pour the remaining chicken broth into the saucepan. Keep stirring the mixture constantly until it boils. After that, add the pureed asparagus and milk to it.
- Take a small bowl and add sour cream to it. Stir in a ladleful of hot soup until it gets blended. Now, pour this mixture into the soup and add lemon juice to it. Warm the soup through to serving temperature without boiling it. Finally, serve it immediately.
Notes
- Calories: 196kcal
- Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Protein: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
Nutrition
Calories: 196kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 7gFat: 13gFiber: 3g
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