Cream of Fresh Asparagus Soup

Name: Cream of Fresh Asparagus Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces; 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth, divided; 0.5 cup chopped onion; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 pinch ground black pepper; 1 cup milk; 0.5 cup sour cream; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

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This cream of asparagus soup recipe is perfect for making the most of fresh asparagus when it's in season — take advantage!

Recipe by MARBALET

Updated on August 26, 2022

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

4

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Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth, divided
½ cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
1 cup milk
½ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Directions

Combine asparagus, 1/2 cup chicken broth, and onion in a large saucepan; cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, until asparagus is tender, about 12 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a blender; puree until smooth and set aside.
In the same saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper; cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Increase heat to medium; add remaining chicken broth, stirring constantly, until the mixture boils. Stir in pureed asparagus and milk.
Place sour cream in a small bowl and stir in a ladleful of hot soup until blended; pour into the soup and stir in lemon juice. Warm soup through to serving temperature, without boiling. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

196	Calories
13g	Fat
14g	Carbs
7g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 196
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g	17%
Saturated Fat 8g	41%
Cholesterol 35mg	12%
Sodium 1101mg	48%
Total Carbohydrate 14g	5%
Dietary Fiber 3g	10%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 7g
Vitamin C 9mg	45%
Calcium 140mg	11%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 402mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.