Chef johns cream of asparagus soup –Are you ready to jump into a delicious adventure? Today, we’re whipping up a bowl of creamy happiness with this Cream of Asparagus Soup! Perfect for chilly days or whenever you’re feeling fancy (or just hungry). Let’s dive in!
Cream of Asparagus Soup
Nothing says “I’m a culinary genius” quite like a bowl of homemade soup. This Cream of Asparagus Soup will have you feeling like you could audition for a cooking show (or at least impress your friends on Instagram). Plus, it’s ridiculously easy to make!
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth if you’re feeling wild)
- 1 cup heavy cream (because why not?)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Parmesan cheese for sprinkling (you know you want it!)
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic over medium heat until they’re translucent and fragrant, which is just a fancy way of saying ‘it smells amazing in here’.
- Add the asparagus to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, just to keep things interesting. Who doesn’t love a little sauté dance?
- Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Once it’s bubbling away like a happy cauldron, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender.
- Now, here comes the fun part: using an immersion blender (or regular blender), blend that soup until it’s super smooth. If you’re feeling adventurous, leave a few chunks for texture. You do you!
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasonings as needed; you want it to be as flavorful as possible!
- Serve hot and, if you’re feeling fancy, top with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Or just dump a whole pile on there – I won’t judge!
And there you have it! A bowl of Cream of Asparagus Soup to warm your soul and impress your taste buds. Ready, set, slurp!