Asparagus Soup

Posted: Tuesday, January 19, 2010 by A. in Labels:
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These are the basic ingredients, but you can alter them and make your own specifications.

2 leeks
1 bundle Asparagus
1 clove Garlic
1 tbsp Oil
3 cups Broth, Stock or Water
Thyme
Salt
Pepper
Nutmeg

What to do with them: 

-Heat oil in a soup pot over medium heat (I used Olive Oil)

-Chop Leeks and add them to the pot

-Cook for 5 minutes or until leeks are softened

-Cut the tips of the asparagus about 2 inches down- then cut into 1/2 inches and reserve

-Cut the rest of the asparagus stalks into 1 inch pieces and add to the pot

-Add 1 1/2 cups liquid of your choice (I used chicken broth for this part)

-Add you spices to your taste (I used about a tbsp of thyme, salt and pepper to taste and a pinch of nutmeg)

-Let simmer for 8 minutes or until asparagus is tender

-Mince garlic, add to pot and cook for 2 minutes

-Remove from heat and add the rest of the liquid (I used 1 1/2 cups vegetable stock for this part)

-Poor into blender no more than 2 cups at a time

-Once soup is pureed, add reserved asparagus tips and cook over low heat for 5 mins

-Serve

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