Zippy Cream of Asparagus Soup |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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My best friend and I enjoy this smooth soup so much we knew we had to share it, explains Hilda Magnuson of Whittier, California. Pepper gives it zip. Ingredients:
1 medium onion, chopped |
1 garlic clove, minced |
3 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces) |
2-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth |
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes |
3 ounces fat-free cream cheese, cubed |
2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream |
1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dill weed |
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg |
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, saute onion and garlic until tender. Add the asparagus, broth and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until asparagus is tender.
2. Place a third of the mixture in a blender; add cream cheese, sour cream and dill. Cover and process until smooth; return to pan. Cook over medium heat until heated through. Sprinkle with nutmeg. Yield: 4 servings.
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