Cream of Asparagus Soup RecipeSpargelcremesuppeHere is an easy fresh asparagus recipe for you to try. Cream of asparagus soup is found on all the menus in Germany during the asparagus season (Spargelzeit). It is so easy to prepare. Not only that it tastes delicious and is good for you too. If you are wondering how to cook asparagus,- then try my asparagus soup recipe.
Fresh Asparagus Recipe500g green asparagus 200g cream 1/2 tbsp butter 3 finely shopped schallots 2 tbsp flour 1 tbsp finely chopped parsley salt, pepper and nutmeg Chop the asparagus into pieces and cook in 600ml of salted water.When cooked, take out the asparagus (keep the water) and puree it.Put the puree back in the pan with the water and then sieve the soup. Fry the chopped shallots in butter for a few minutes on a low heat until they are soft and glassy. Add the flour gradually, stirring all the time. Gradually add the soup mixture, continually stirring and bring to the boil. Turn down the heat, add the cream and simmer for 5 minutes.Add salt, pepper, nutmeg and parsley to taste. Serve with some fresh crusty bread and enjoy!
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