Chef John'S Cream Of Asparagus Soup Recipe

Name: Chef John'S Cream Of Asparagus Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1 onion, finely diced; salt to taste; 4 cups chicken broth; 2 cups water; 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste; freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1 pinch ground nutmeg; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream; Cream Topping:; 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream (optional); 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional); 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, finely diced
salt to taste
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Cream Topping:
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream (optional)
1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)

1
Melt butter in a soup pot over medium heat. Add minced onion and salt; cook and stir until onion is soft and golden, about 10 minutes.
2
Pour chicken broth and water into pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and simmer 15 minutes.
3
Place asparagus pieces in simmering broth. Cook, stirring occasionally until asparagus is just tender and still bright green, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
4
Use an immersion blender to blend soup until smooth, about 3 minutes.
5
For a finer texture, strain soup through mesh strainer. Return strained soup to pot and place on stove.
6
Turn heat to low. Season with cayenne pepper, black pepper, and nutmeg. Adjust salt to taste. Whisk 1/2 cup cream into soup.
7
Place 1/4 cup cream, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and lemon zest in a small bowl. Whisk until frothy and slightly thickened, about 1 minute.
8
Ladle soup into bowls. Drizzle a spoonful of Parmigiano-Reggiano-lemon cream on top of each serving and swirl to form a random design.
9
Sprinkle with a pinch of lemon zest and cayenne pepper, if desired.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 1 onion, finely diced, salt to taste, 4 cups chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Chef John'S Cream Of Asparagus Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chef John'S Cream Of Asparagus Soup

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