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Cream of Fresh Asparagus Soup I

SUBMITTED BY: MARBALET PHOTO BY: James Chen

"What a great way to use that spring-fresh asparagus!"
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 48 stars. This recipe average a 4.7 star rating.
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  40 Min
READY IN  50 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 1/2 pounds fresh asparagus
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped onion
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups water
  • 4 cups hot milk
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 2 tablespoons tamari

DIRECTIONS

  1. Break off and discard tough asparagus bottoms. Break off tips; set aside. Coarsely chop stalks.
  2. Cook in skillet over medium heat with onion in butter, salting lightly, for 8 to 10 minutes.
  3. When onions are clear, sprinkle with flour. Continue to stir over lowest possible heat 5 to 8 minutes.
  4. Slowly add water or stock, stirring constantly. Cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened. Cool slightly.
  5. In blender, puree sauce bit-by-bit with milk until thoroughly smooth.
  6. Return puree to 3-quart pan, preferably a double boiler. Add dill, 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, and tamari. Heat gently but don't boil.
  7. As soup heats, cook asparagus tips in boiling water until tender, but still very green, about 2 minutes; drain. Add whole pieces to soup.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 29, 2005 by NANA521
I used chicken broth instead of the water for more flavor. I also decreased the amount of milk... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 25, 2003 by BRITGAL
Yum - this soup is good! Following suggestions of previous reviewers I only used 2 cups of... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 26, 2004 by FOXHUNTER
I liked this soup better before adding the soy sauce. Without the soy, it would have five ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 27, 2003 by WDWEAVER
A bit too thin, will use less milk next time. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 26, 2004 by Noodles
This came out deelish! I too, omitted the salt since there was soy sauce included and it was... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 19, 2006 by James Chen
Had some extra asparagus so I decided to try this soup and it turned out GREAT! I used a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 27, 2003 by Tracy
This was a very good soup. I also put everything in one pot and used a hand blender to blend... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 8, 2007 by JBOND1
My husband and I loved this recipe. My adult son stopped by just as I was serving it up, and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 14, 2004 by CHICKLAW
When asparagus is in season, the first thing I do is make this soup. My husband won't eat... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 27, 2003 by Anu
Absolutely marvellous recipe! It's hearty enough to suffice as a meal, accompanied with fruit... MORE