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Asparagus Soup Recipe

The BEST Cream Of Asparagus Soup. It’s Rich, Velvety, And Tastes Absolutely Decadent.  
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 293kcal
Author: Andrea

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp. butter
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 lbs. asparagus, ends trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 tsp. coarse kosher sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 2 c. low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 c. heavy cream
  • 1/4 c. freshly grated parmesan

Instructions

  • In a large stock pot or Dutch oven set over medium heat, add the butter. Once melted, add the shallot and garlic, saute for 1 minute.
  • Add asparagus, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Saute for 4-5 minutes.
  • Pour in broth. Bring to a boil. Simmer on low for 10-15 minutes or until asparagus is tender but still bright green. Turn heat off.
  • Use an immersion blender or a countertop blender to puree until smooth. Return to the pot if needed, then stir in cream.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with freshly grated parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 293kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 809mg | Potassium: 645mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 2466IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 253mg | Iron: 5mg