Cream of Asparagus Soup

Ingredients

• 2 garlic cloves, pressed
• 1/4 yellow onion
• 1 bunch asparagus, chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 cup cream, optional for vegans
• 1 potato, peeled & diced
• 1 vegetable bouillon cube
• 1/2 teaspoon mixed herbs, crushed dried
• kosher salt

Directions

1. 1

   In one pot on medium heat, add 3 cups of water & stir in bouillon until dissolved.

2. 2

   Bring soup pot to a boil, add potatoes and reduce heat to low boil.

3. 3

   In a skillet or saute pan on medium heat, add the olive oil, garlic & onions.

4. 4

   When onions are almost translucent, add the asparagus & herb mix and saute until just soft.

5. 5

   Add the asparagus mixture to the soup pot and simmer for 5-10 minutes.

6. 6

   Remove from heat and blend soup to desired consistency.

7. 7

   If using a standalone blender, return pureed soup to pot and warm over low heat. If using an immersion blender in soup pot, feel free to skip this step.

8. 8

   Gently stir in cream, if using.

9. 9

   Add kosher salt to taste, or serve alongside soup in a salt cellar.