Cream of Asparagus Soup Recipe

Name: Cream of Asparagus Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium leek, chopped (white part only); 1 shallot, chopped; 12 small onion; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 2 tablespoons butter; 6 cups chicken broth; 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces; 1 cup cooked white rice; 1 cup Baby Spinach; ⅛ teaspoon white pepper; salt; ½ cup fat-free half-and-half; 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1 medium leek, chopped (white part only)
1 shallot, chopped
12 small onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons butter
6 cups chicken broth
1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 cup cooked white rice
1 cup Baby Spinach
⅛ teaspoon white pepper
salt
½ cup fat-free half-and-half
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

1
Cut the tender tips off the asparagus and set aside.
2
In a large saucepan, saute the leeks, shallot and onion in butter; add garlic and continue to cook until vegetables are translucent.
3
Add broth, asparagus and spinach and bring to a boil.
4
Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
5
In the meantime, steam the asparagus tips in the microwave for about 1 minute.
6
Remove the asparagus tips and place in ice water to stop the cooking and keep them bright green.
7
Add the rice and pepper to the broth and simmer for about 5 minutes more or until vegetables are tender.
8
(It might be necessary to add additional broth to the soup if needed for blending.
9
).
10
In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth; return to the pan.
11
Add half and half and reserved tips and cook over low heat until heated through.
12
Adjust the seasoning.
13
Sprinkle with parsley.

912

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

119

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium leek, chopped (white part only), 1 shallot, chopped, 12 small onion, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, and more.

Yes, 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.

Cream of Asparagus Soup

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