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Add a photoin the Southern Hemisphere we are in winter so soup is a good warmer in the evenings ,here are some soups I found while browsing on the I africa…
This soup is a blend of peas and asparagus, both of which used on their own also make super soups, but blend the two flavours and you have a rich tasty soup that is even better.
Ingredients
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- 400 g fresh green asparagus spears
- 1 cup frozen peas, defrosted
- 1 tin of processed peas, well drained
- 600ml chicken stock (you can substitute with vegetable stock)
- 220ml water
- 250 ml thick cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil (not olive oil)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
- Salt and white pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon dried or Fresh tarragon
Directions
- Cut off asparagus tips and set aside.
- Chop stalks coarsely and steam stalks over 300ml water for three minutes, then set aside.
- Using same water, cook the asparagus tips for three minutes Remove the asparagus with a slotted spoon and put aside (Donât throw the water away â use it in the soup).
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat and add the cooking oil .
- Add onion and gently sauté until just done (don't let it brown) Add the potatoes and asparagus water and cook until potato is tender.
- Add the peas and the asparagus (keep some of the tips aside).
- Add stock and tarragon, bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a blender purée soup and return to saucepan.
- Season with salt and pepper, reheat (but don't let it boil).
- Add the cream and the asparagus tips.
- Serve in heated bowls, with crusty bread.
- * Consider adding a tot of brandy or dry sherry.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 591g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 388 | |
| Calories from Fat 195 | 50% |
| Total Fat 22.24g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat 11.71g | 47% |
| Trans Fat 0.09g | |
| Cholesterol 57mg | 19% |
| Sodium 650mg | 27% |
| Potassium 864mg | 25% |
| Total Carbs 37.78g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.4g | 31% |
| Sugars 8.29g | 6% |
| Protein 12.02g | 19% |
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