Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onions
  • 4 cloves garlic, (minced)
  • 2 1/4 pounds (1 kg) asparagus, (woody ends trimmed, cut into 1" pieces)
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black cracked pepper
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream, (plus more for garnish)
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmigiano-Reggiano
  • Fresh chopped chives (or green onions, to garnish)

Instruction

  • Heat butter and oil together in a pot over medium heat until butter is melted. Sauté the onions until soft while stirring frequently, about 4 minutes. Sauté the garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add the chopped asparagus, season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes until just starting to change colour.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cover with lid. Simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are very tender.
  • Use an immersion blender or regular blender to puree soup. If using a regular blender, stop and remove lid a couple of times to let some steam out and avoid overheating.
  • Return soup to pot and let simmer, uncovered. Stir in cream and cheese. Taste test and adjust salt and pepper, if needed. Let simmer until thickened.
  • Garnish with fresh chopped chives or green onions, extra cream and cracked black pepper.