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Cream of Fresh Asparagus Soup

A creamy, delicious soup made with fresh asparagus.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh asparagus trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. In a pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the asparagus and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until asparagus is tender, about 15 minutes.
  3. Use a blender to puree the soup until smooth. Return to the pot.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat through, but do not boil.
  5. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 900IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Asparagus, Creamy Soup
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