Asparagus Soup

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 lbs asparagus, trimmed and chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Easy (1)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
4. Add the asparagus and stir to coat in the oil.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender.
7. Transfer the soup to a blender and puree until smooth.
8. Return the soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream.
9. Heat through until warmed, then stir in the Parmesan cheese.
10. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 180
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 30mg
• Sodium: 480mg
• Carbohydrates: 15g
• Protein: 9g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful
• Bright green color
• Rich in vitamins and minerals

User Comments:

• "This soup is absolutely delicious! It's so smooth and creamy, and the asparagus flavor is perfect."
• "I love that this soup is so easy to make. It's a great way to get a healthy and flavorful meal on the table in no time."
• "The Parmesan cheese adds a nice touch of richness to this soup. It's a perfect soup for a special occasion."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have a blender, you can use an immersion blender to puree the soup.
• For a thicker soup, cook the asparagus for longer before blending.
• To make the soup vegan, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and omit the Parmesan cheese.