Ina Garten Asparagus Soup Recipe
Ina Garten Asparagus Soup Recipe is a smooth, fresh and full of bright green flavor. It is light and yet warm and comfortable.
Ingredients
- Asparagus – 2 pounds fresh, trimmed
- Butter – 2 tablespoons
- Onion – 1 medium chopped
- Garlic – 2 cloves minced
- Chicken broth or vegetable broth – 4 cups
- Heavy cream – ½ cup
- Salt – 1 teaspoon adjust to taste
- Black pepper – ½ teaspoon
- Olive oil – 1 teaspoon optional
- Lemon juice – 1 tablespoon optional for brightness
Instructions
Prepare the Asparagus
- Wash the asparagus well. Cut off the hard ends. Slice the stalks into small pieces.
Chop the Onion
- Chop the onion into small pieces. Try to keep them the same size.
Heat the Pot
- Place a pot on medium heat. Add butter and let it melt slowly.
Cook the Onion
- Add the chopped onion. Stir until it turns soft and clear.
Add Garlic
- Add minced garlic. Cook for one minute until the smell becomes warm.
Add Asparagus
- Add the asparagus pieces. Stir well so they mix with butter and onion.
Add Broth
- Pour broth into the pot. Make sure it covers all the asparagus.
Season Lightly
- Add salt and pepper. Start with a little. You can add more later.
Simmer the Soup
- Let the soup cook until the asparagus becomes very soft.
Blend the Soup
- Place the soup in a blender. Blend until very smooth and creamy.
Add Cream
- Pour the blended soup back into the pot. Add heavy cream to make it rich.
Adjust Flavor
- Taste the soup. Add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
Notes
- Use fresh asparagus for the best flavor.
- Cook the asparagus until soft for smooth blending.
- Blend in small amounts for safety.
- Add cream slowly to keep the soup silky.
- Use a strainer if you want extra-smooth soup.
- Add lemon juice for a fresh taste.
- Be careful with salt because broth may already be salty.