Asparagus Soup
Ingredients
Yield: 3 Quarts
2 Tbsp Olive Oil
1 medium Yellow Onion, diced
2 stalks Celery, chopped
2 cloves Garlic, chopped
1 each Bay Leaves, small
1 Tbsp Fresh Thyme
1/2 tsp Black Pepper
1 bunch Fresh Asparagus, rough cut, disregard bottom 1/2 in.
1 medium Potato, peeled & diced
64 oz Chicken Broth
To Taste Salt and Black Pepper
A Pinch Cayenne
1/2 cup Heavy Cream
Directions
In a large saucepan over medium high heat, sauté the onions, celery, garlic, asparagus with the herbs and spices in the olive oil. Stirring occasionally for approximately 5 minutes. Stir in diced potatoes. Add the chicken broth. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Allow to cook for 15 minutes or until all is tender. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Puree in a blender till smooth and strain through a fine strainer. Season to taste. Stir in heavy whipping cream before service.