Saturday, December 11, 2010

Snow Day- Cream of Asparagus Soup

Snow on my front window
Big snow storm here today in the Twin Cities. What better way to spend it than enjoying some warm healthy soup?! Found this recipe online and adapted it a bit. It's easy, healthy, and delicious.


Cream of Asparagus Soup
Ingredients
2 Cups tender, chopped, asparagus
1 Cup non-fat milk *
1 Cup chicken broth *
2 Cloves Garlic
1 T butter *
3/4 t Salt
soup that warms the soul
Pepper
optional chopped green onion*, and plain yogurt for garnish
* indicates organic ingredients
Directions
1. bake or boil asparagus until tender (I prefer baking @425 about 15 min)
2. put all ingredients into a food processor or blender and mix til blended (won't be totally smooth)
3. dump soup mixture into pot and heat until warm
4. garnish with green onion and plain yogurt and enjoy!
no matter how cold it may be.....

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