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Asparagus Tarragon 'Cream' Soup Recipe
by Global Cookbook

Asparagus Tarragon 'Cream' Soup
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  Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 sm onion minced
  • 3 can reduced-sodium chicken broth - (14 1/2 ounce ea)
  • 2 lb asparagus cut 1" pcs
  • 3 x celery stalks thinly sliced
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly-grnd black pepper
  • 1 Tbsp. minced fresh tarragon divided
  • 3/4 c. nondairy creamer see * Note

Directions

  1. Note: Look for a product, such as one made of soy, without hydrogenated oils.
  2. Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add in onion and cook 5 min, till softened but not browned.
  3. Add in broth, asparagus, celery, salt, pepper and half of the tarragon to the pot. Bring to a boil. Lower heat, cover and simmer 20 min, till asparagus is very tender.
  4. In a blender, puree soup in batches till smooth. Return to pot. Add in nondairy creamer and remaining tarragon. Heat soup through over medium heat.
  5. This recipe yields 8 servings.
  6. Comments: For a lovely presentation, garnish the soup with whole tarragon leaves.
  7. Description: "This elegant soup is the perfect start to a holiday dinner in spring. Asparagus and fresh tarragon are at their seasonal peak, and yield a beautiful pale green hue."