QUICK ASPARAGUS SOUP
"My kids wouldn't eat asparagus when they were young," writes Lois McAtee. "But after trying this smooth creamy soup, they all wanted seconds." To hurry along preparation, the Oceanside, California reader relies on frozen asparagus.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine asparagus, onion, water, salt, bouillon, basil and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Cool for 5 minutes; stir in milk., In a blender or food processor, process the soup in batches until smooth; return to the pan. Stir in cream; heat through. Garnish with croutons.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 574mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CREAM OF FRESH ASPARAGUS SOUP II
There's nothing like fresh asparagus when it's in season - take advantage!
Provided by MARBALET
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine asparagus, chopped onion, and 1/2 cup chicken broth. Cover, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat, and simmer uncovered until asparagus is tender, about 12 minutes. Process the mixture in a blender to puree the vegetables. Set aside.
- In the same saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Stir in the flour, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly for 2 minutes. Whisk in the remaining chicken broth, and increase the heat to medium. Cook, stirring constantly until the mixture boils. Stir in the asparagus puree and the milk.
- Put the sour cream in a small bowl, and stir in a ladleful of the hot soup. Add the sour cream mixture and the lemon juice to the soup. Stir while heating the soup to serving temperature, but don't allow it to boil. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 35.1 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 1100.8 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
QUICK CREAMY ASPARAGUS SOUP
After trying several different recipes for asparagus soup, I put together the best ingredients from each for my favorite version. This soup is great year-round and adds an elegant touch to special-occasion meals. -Pat Stevens, Granbury, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute leeks and onions in oil and butter until tender. Add the asparagus and broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until vegetables are tender. Remove from the heat. Set aside 1 cup of asparagus pieces., In a blender, process the remaining asparagus mixture in batches until smooth; return to the pan. Stir in the cream, salt and pepper. Cook over low heat until heated through. Garnish with reserved asparagus pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 877mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
CREAMY ASPARAGUS POTATO SOUP
This creamy asparagus potato soup is perfect for a cold day. Quick, very easy, and delicious!
Provided by Kara
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Potato Soup Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine potatoes, chicken broth, onion, salt, and nutmeg in a large pot.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, until potatoes are just tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Add asparagus and return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and cream cheese until melted, making sure soup does not boil any more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.2 calories, Carbohydrate 24.7 g, Cholesterol 101.3 mg, Fat 27.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 16.9 g, Sodium 774.4 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
WINNING CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP
I developed this recipe myself by substituting asparagus for broccoli in cream of broccoli soup. It's a big favorite at our house! -Westelle Griswa, Monroe, Connecticut
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place asparagus in a large saucepan and cover with 1 cup water. Bring to a boil, cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain, reserving liquid. , In a another saucepan, saute onions in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually stir in the milk, bouillon, reserved cooking liquid and remaining water. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Stir in asparagus; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 795mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP
No need to toss out the tough ends of asparagus-use them to make a quick stock for an extra shot of flavor in this cream of asparaagus soup.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring 6 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan; season with 2 teaspoons salt. Add asparagus tips and blanch until bright green and just tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath with a slotted spoon; reserve for topping. Add trimmings, 1/2 shallot and 1/2 clove garlic to the same pot and return to a boil; reduce heat and simmer the asparagus stock 20 to 25 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- In another saucepan, heat olive oil over medium. Add sliced shallot and chopped garlic and cook until softened but not browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in potato and enough of the asparagus stock to cover the vegetables (about 1 cup), and simmer until the potato is tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Strain remaining asparagus stock directly into saucepan with the potatoes. Add remaining asparagus and cook until tender and bright green, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Puree in a blender until completely smooth; remove 1 cup and reserve. Slowly stir in cream, and season to taste with salt and pepper; thin with reserved liquid as needed. Serve hot or chilled, topped with asparagus tips and a drizzle of oil.
CREAMY ASPARAGUS SOUP
I had an abundance of asparagus and made this soup, it was very quick and easy to make. I did not sieve my soup as per recipe and served it with cream and parmesan. I didn't get much of a taste my DD ate 4 bowls and didn't leave much for anyone else to try, but what I did try was very nice!
Provided by Tisme
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut tips from asparagus, and reserve for garnish. Cut stalks and all remaining asparagus into 1 cm pieces.
- In a heavy saucepan cook the onion, garlic, thyme, salt and black pepper (to taste) in the butter over moderately low heat, stirring, until the onion is soft. Add the asparagus and the broth, and simmer the mixture, covered, for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the asparagus is very soft.
- While soup simmers, cook reserved asparagus tips in boiling salted water until just tender, 3 to 4 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- In a blender purée the soup in batches until it is very smooth, forcing it after it is puréed through a fine sieve set over the pan, if you prefer a chunkier soup you do not need to sieve. Whisk in the cream, until it is the consistency preferred, and add the lemon juice, parmesan, and more salt and pepper to taste if necessary.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top with the asparagus tips.
- You can serve then serve the soup topped with croutons extra cream or parmesan cheese, whichever you prefer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.2, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 48.4, Sodium 61.6, Carbohydrate 12.9, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 4.9, Protein 8.8
QUICK AND EASY CREAMY ASPARAGUS POTATO SOUP
This soup is prepared and cooked in about 15 minutes. Great for a quick lunch or light supper. Taken from the "Great Tasting Money Saving" cookbook.
Provided by jonesies
Categories Potato
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place asparagus, potatoes, thyme and garlic powder in food processor or blender (in batches if needed); process until smooth.
- Pour into medium saucepan, add broth.
- Bring to a boil.
- Stir in milk; heat through. (do not boil).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, if desired.
- Serve hot or cold.
- Thin with additional milk or water, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.9, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 3, Sodium 453.9, Carbohydrate 25.7, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 5.5, Protein 7.2
GRANNYDRAGON'S REALLY QUICK CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP
Make and share this Grannydragon's Really Quick Cream of Asparagus Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Grannydragon
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In the soup pot, melt the butter with the oil.
- Add onion, cooking until transparent.
- Add garlic and thyme, cook until the garlic smells aromatic, just a few minutes.
- Put both cans of asparagus and their liquid in a blender to puree. Add the pureed asparagus and chicken broth to the pot. Heat through.
- Add milk or cream to the pot, being careful not to allow it to boil.
- Adjust seasonings to your taste. You might serve with a pat of butter in the center of the bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.1, Fat 13.3, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 11.9, Sodium 1210.7, Carbohydrate 14.9, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 4.9, Protein 13.7
CREAMY ASPARAGUS SOUP
Make and share this Creamy Asparagus Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by beckas
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut asparagus into 1 inch chunks.
- Place chicken broth in pot and add asparagus chunks.
- Bring to a boil and simmer five minutes until tender.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter and saute shallots and garlic for five minutes.
- Add flour and cook for one minute.
- Add flour mixture to chicken broth and stir until thickened.
- Blend soup in blender until semi-smooth.
- Return to pan and add half& half, thyme, and pepper.
- Simmer for five minutes.
- Add parmesan cheese until melted.
- Season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
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