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Cream of Asparagus Soup
From Statesboro Market2Go
<p>A creamy seasonal soup that uses local produce and dairy to produce exquisite flavors! Try adding fresh herbs to give the soup a personalized twist! Please consider leaving a picture or comment if you decide to try this recipe!</p>Source: thepioneerwoman.com (Entered by Ariana Giddens)
Serves: 4-6
Vegetarian!
Ingredients
1 pound
Asparagus (ends trimmed off)
1 teaspoon
Salt
3 tablespoons
Salted butter
1/2 of an
Onion (finely chopped)
2 cloves
Garlic (minced)
3 tablespoons
Flour
2 cups
Half and half
1/2 teaspoon
Ground coriander
Pepper to taste
Fresh herbs to taste
Step by Step Instructions
- Put 2 cups of water into a pot and fit in a steamer basket. Add the asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes. Pour the water into a measuring cup and add enough to equal 2 cups then set aside.
- Trim the tips off of the asparagus and halve them lengthwise. Toss the tips with salt and set them aside to use as garnish.
- Put the rest of the asparagus into a blender with 1 cup of the cooking water. Blend until very smooth.
- Melt the butter in a pot over medium heat, then add the onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Sprinkle in the flour and mix it in.
- Slowly whisk in the half & half and the remaining cooking water. Season the mixture with salt and coriander and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Stir in the asparagus puree, and add additional seasonings to taste (salt, pepper, coriander, and herbs) if desired. Serve the soup garnished with asparagus tips.