Fresh Asparagus Soup

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   Place asparagus and onion in a saucepan with 1/2 cup vegetable broth.

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   Bring the broth to a boil, reduce heat and let simmer until the vegetables are tender.

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   Reserve a few asparagus tips for garnish; place remaining vegetable mixture in an electric blender and puree until smooth.

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   Melt margarine in the pan that was used for simmering the asparagus and onions.

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   Stir while sprinkling flour, salt, and pepper into the margarine; do not let the flour brown.

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   Allow the mixture to cook only 2 minutes.

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   Stir in remaining 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth and increase the heat; continue stirring until the mixture comes to a boil.

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   Stir the vegetable puree and soy milk into the saucepan; whisk soy yogurt into the mixture, followed by lemon juice.

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   Stir until heated through, then ladle into bowls.

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    Garnish with reserved asparagus tips; sprinkle with Parmesan soy cheese if desired.

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    Note: Some reviewers also recommended using vanilla soy milk and/or yogurt if you like your soups sweet!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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