Post Title: Satisfyingly Creamy and Delicious Asparagus Soup
Time to Prepare:
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Introduction:
Cocoon yourself in comfort with the Cream of Asparagus soup. Perfect as a heartwarming meal on its own, this velvety smooth soup also serves as an enticing starter, offering a rich tapestry of flavors.
Why Make This Recipe:
When the chill of the season comes knocking, the Cream of Asparagus Soup provides both warmth and nourishment. Healthful and delicious, its creamy texture and mellow flavors are sure to delight your tastebuds.
How To Make Cream of Asparagus Soup:
Ingredients:
– 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 1 small onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– Salt and fresh-ground black pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)
Directions:
1. Start with preparing the asparagus. Blanche the asparagus pieces for 2 minutes in boiling water. Drain and transfer the asparagus to ice water to halt the cooking process. Drain once more and keep aside.
2. Next, melt butter in a sizeable pot over a medium heat. Add onion and garlic, stir until soft and fragrant.
3. Introduce the asparagus and broth into the pot, let it boil. Reduce heat intensity and allow to simmer until asparagus is tender.
4. Take an immersion blender or regular blender and puree the soup to a smooth consistency.
5. If you used a regular blender, return the soup to the pot. Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Warm the soup gently.
6. For serving, garnish with fresh parsley or chives and serve while hot.
How to serve Cream of Asparagus Soup:
Serve this soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley or chives. Pair it with crusty bread or a fresh salad to complete your meal.
How to store Cream of Asparagus Soup:
Refrigerate leftover soup in an airtight container. You can reheat it on a low flame before serving. It’s best consumed within 2-3 days.
Tips to Make Cream of Asparagus Soup:
Avoid putting too much liquid in the blender at once. You can also use an immersion blender to reduce the possibility of splashing.
Variation:
For a vegan version, replace the butter with olive oil and use coconut milk instead of heavy cream.
FAQs:
1. Can I use frozen asparagus for this soup?
Yes, you can use frozen asparagus. However, fresh asparagus will impart a better flavor.
2. Can this soup be made vegan?
Yes, by replacing the butter with oil and swapping heavy cream with coconut cream, you can easily make a vegan version.
3. How can I thicken my soup?
If you want a thicker soup, you can add a boiled and mashed potato during the blending process.