So, it’s getting to be that time of year again when I crack out the old soup cookbooks and post tabs on the select recipes that
I plan to try during the hibernation months. This is a great little recipe, and since I seem to be on an asparagus kick, it sounds incredibly appealing. I also really like the elements of flavor used in this particular recipe, between the lemon juice, fresh thyme, and hearty chicken stock. This is the perfect guilty pleasure for a cold winter day.
I would venture to say a little fresh shaved Parmesan cheese would also taste fantastic as a melted topping. A little roasted ham wouldn’t taste too shabby either if you are looking to add a little punch of protein.
Keep in mind when buying your ingredients that you can easily swap out some of the high-fat elements, like whipping cream, for lower fat versions such as buttermilk. I also find the sour cream makes a nice replacement or addition to creamy soups, as its lower in fat, but has a great thick consistency and a delicious savory tang.
I will be posting up a bevvy of soul warming soup recipes here throughout the winter for you all to try, so be sure to check back. Happy souping!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. asparagus, rinsed and trimmed
- Lemon Infused Olive Oil
- 2 Tbs. unsalted butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tsp. all-purpose flour
- 4 tsp. Chicken Base
- 1/2 cup whipping cream
- 2 tsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp. fresh thyme, minced
Instructions
- Toss asparagus with lemon infused olive oil, roast at 350*F until browned.
- In a large pot, melt butter, add onion and saute until softened. Sprinkle with flour and saute an additional two minutes.
- Add chicken base to 4 cups of boiling water, gradually whisk into the onion mixture. Add asparagus and thyme, bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Puree soup until smooth. Stir in cream, and reheat. Reduce heat to low, stir in lemon juice.
- Garnish with feta cheese and roasted asparagus tips.
rohan
Oct 13, 2011 -
Yum! I was the only one in my immediate family that liked asparagus growing up so this brings back memories! Thanks for sharing this!!
kristi
Nov 2, 2011 -
hi! made your yummy soup tonight! delicious!
i’m sharing your recipe with my friends on facebook!!
http://www.facebook.com/barnowlprimitives
xo ~ kristi