Betty's Asparagus Soup - Christmas
In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make Asparagus Soup for Christmas. This is a great, tasty addition to a holiday table.
Ingredients
| Fresh asparagus | 1 Pound | |
| Water | 1/2 Cup (8 tbs) | |
| Butter | 3 Tablespoon | |
| Onion | 1 Medium , chopped | |
| All purpose flour | 3 Tablespoon | |
| Chicken broth | 3 Cup (48 tbs) | |
| Salt | 1/2 Teaspoon | |
| Ground white pepper | 1/2 Teaspoon | |
| Sour cream | 3 Tablespoon |
Directions
GETTING READY
1. Wash asparagus, pat dry with paper towel, cut off the bottom and discard. Cut the remaining asparagus into 2-inch pieces.
MAKING
2. In a medium sized pot, bring water to a boil, add asparagus pieces and cook about 3-5 minutes or until tender. Drain well and reserve the liquid. Set aside.
3. In a deep skillet, melt butter and saute onion over medium heat for about 4 minutes or until translucent.
4. Add flour, stir constantly and cook for 5 minutes, or until mixture is thickened and golden.
5. Stir in reserved asparagus liquid and mix until smooth.
6. Add cooked asparagus pieces, chicken broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
7. Turn off the flame and stir in sour cream. Let cool slightly.
8. In a blender, process the mixture until smooth. Return the mixture to skillet and heat, if needed. Do not boil.
SERVING
9. Serve soup hot garnished with shaved Parmesan and sprinkle of nutmeg.
Recipe Summary
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 131Calories from Fat 68
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8 g12.3%
Saturated Fat 4 g20%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol
Sodium 473 mg19.71%
Total Carbohydrates 13 g4.3%
Dietary Fiber 2 g8%
Sugars 3 g
Protein 4 g8%
Vitamin A % Vitamin C %
Calcium % Iron %
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
