Classic Asparagus Cream Soup with Cream and Chives
This classic asparagus cream soup combines the delicate flavors of fresh asparagus with creamy richness and a hint of chives. It’s a delightful dish that brings the essence of spring to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) fresh white asparagus, peeled and trimmed
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cups (720ml) vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance the flavors)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- Lemon juice, to taste (about 1-2 teaspoons)
- Optional: croutons or additional asparagus tips for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by thoroughly washing the fresh white asparagus and cutting off the woody ends. Peel the stalks with a vegetable peeler and cut them into 2-3 cm long pieces. This takes about 10 minutes.
- In a large pot, heat the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent, making sure it does not brown.
- Add the asparagus pieces to the onion mixture and sauté for another 3-4 minutes until they become slightly tender. Stir regularly to prevent burning.
- Pour the vegetable or chicken broth into the pot and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for about 15 minutes until the asparagus is very tender.
- After cooking, puree the soup with an immersion blender until it reaches a smooth and creamy consistency, ensuring no lumps remain. This takes about 2-3 minutes.
- Now add the cream and mix well. Let the soup steep over low heat for another 5 minutes without bringing it to a boil. Season the soup with sugar, salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste.
- Before serving, stir in the finely chopped chives. Garnish the soup as desired with additional chive rolls or toasted croutons. Serve hot in bowls or plates. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: Avoid cooking the onions too long, as they can become bitter. A powerful blender or immersion blender is ideal for making the soup creamy. Adjust the broth to cream ratio based on desired creaminess. Always taste and adjust seasonings during cooking. Fresh herbs should be added just before serving to preserve their color and freshness.