Creamed Asparagus Soup Recipe

Name: Creamed Asparagus Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth; 2-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon; 1/4 cup butter, cubed; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 3 cups half-and-half cream; 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice; Shredded Swiss cheese

Servings: persons

1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
2-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
3 cups half-and-half cream
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
Shredded Swiss cheese

1
In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add the broth, asparagus and tarragon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until asparagus is tender. Cool for 10 minutes.
2
In a blender or food processor, puree the asparagus mixture, a third at a time; set aside.
3
In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, melt butter; stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until golden. Gradually add cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in the pureed asparagus and lemon juice and heat through. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth, 2-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Creamed 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.

Creamed Asparagus Soup

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