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Cream of Asparagus and Scallion Soup Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
16 medium scallions, finely minced to equal 2 cups
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
6 cups chicken bouillon
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed, peeled, and cut into 1-inch pieces with tips reserved
Salt and freshly ground white pepper
1/2-1/4 cup heavy cream

Directions:
Directions:
Melt butter in a 3-quart casserole over low heat. Add scallions, cover, and simmer until soft, but not browned.
Add flour and blend well.
Add chicken stock and asparagus stalks.
Bring to a boil and reduce heat, simmering soup, partially covered, for 30 minutes.

In a food processor or blender, cool and puree soup until smooth.

Return soup to casserole and add reserved asparagus tips.
Season with salt and pepper, and simmer until just tender.
Add cream and heat through.

 

 

 

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