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.