Roasted Asparagus Soup with Spring Herb Gremolata |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Gremolata (a classic Italian garnish made from lemon peel, parsley, and garlic) gets a new twist here with the addition of tarragon. Ingredients:
5 pounds asparagus, trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces (14 to 15 cups) |
4 cups chopped leeks (white and pale green parts only; about 4 large) |
1/4 cup olive oil |
6 cups (or more) low-salt chicken broth |
2 tablespoons minced fresh italian parsley |
4 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel |
1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon |
1 small garlic clove, minced |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Combine asparagus, leeks, and oil in very large bowl; toss to blend. Divide between 2 large rimmed baking sheets. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast vegetables until asparagus pieces are soft and leeks are golden, stirring occasionally, about 45 minutes; cool on sheets.
2. Spoon 1/3 of vegetables into blender; add 2 cups broth. Blend until smooth. Transfer to large pot. Repeat 2 more times, using half of remaining vegetables and 2 cups broth for each batch. Warm soup over medium heat, thinning with more broth by 1/2 cupfuls, if desired. Season with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly. Cover; chill. Rewarm before continuing.
3. Mix parsley, lemon peel, tarragon, and garlic in small bowl for gremolata.
4. Ladle soup into bowls. Sprinkle with gremolata and serve.
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