Creamy Asparagus Soup

Ingredients

  • 1 pound asparagus, stalks sliced into 1 inch pieces, tips reserved
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

In a small saucepan, bring the asparagus stalks and 2 cups of water to a boil.  Reduce heat, cover and let simmer for about 10 minutes or until tender.  Put water and asparagus into a blender and blend till smooth.

In a a larger saucepan, melt the butter over low heat and whisk in the flour to create a roux.  Whisk continuously for about 3 minutes.  Add the chicken broth whilst whisking and bring to a boil.  Continue to whisk. Add milk, whisk and allow to simmer for about 3 minutes. Add the blended asparagus, curry powder, salt and pepper, and reserved asparagus tips.  Bring to a boil, then lower heat to a simmer.  Simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.  Serve immediately.

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