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Creamy Asparagus Soup

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A quick and easy creamy asparagus soup made from scratch with simple ingredients, perfect for cozy evenings and ready in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Trim and chop the asparagus by snapping off the woody ends (about 1-2 inches) and cutting the remaining stalks into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent and soft, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Add the asparagus pieces and pour in the broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook until asparagus is tender but still bright green, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup directly in the pot until smooth. If using a regular blender, carefully blend in batches until silky and return to the pot.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and cottage cheese if using. Warm through gently without boiling to avoid curdling.
  7. Season with salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme if desired.
  8. Just before serving, stir in the lemon juice to brighten the flavors. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Notes

Watch asparagus cooking time closely to keep bright green color and flavor. Let soup cool slightly before blending if using a regular blender to avoid splatters. Add lemon juice at the end to brighten flavors. Salt gradually and taste often. If soup is too thick, add more broth or water to reach desired consistency. For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream and cottage cheese with coconut milk or almond milk and use olive oil instead of butter.

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