Puree of Asparagus Soup with Parmesan Twist

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

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

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   Reserve asparagus tips for garnish.

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   Place remaining vegetables in blender and puree until smooth.

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   Melt butter in the sauce pan; stir while adding flour, salt, and pepper slowly into the butter.

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   Allow to cook for two minutes but do not let the flour brown.

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   Stir in the remaining 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth and increase the heat.

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   Continue stirring until the mixture comes to a boil.

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   Stir the vegetable puree and milk into the saucepan.

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    Whisk yogurt into mixture, followed by lemon juice, add parmesan cheese to taste and Stir until heated through.

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    Before serving garnish with a 1/2 Tsp of sour cream, asparagus tips and parmesan twist.

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    Recipe Serves: 6 - 8.0 oz Servings

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.