For an even smoother texture, strain the soup through a fine-mesh sieve after blending. To make this soup vegan, substitute the butter with olive oil or vegan butter, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth, and omit the cream topping or substitute with cashew cream. Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your preference. A little goes a long way! Freshly grated nutmeg is preferred for its superior aroma and flavor.
Chef John's Cream of Asparagus Soup
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME40 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING6 People
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Experience the verdant vibrancy of spring with this elegant and effortlessly simple cream of asparagus soup. A symphony of flavors awaits, where the delicate sweetness of asparagus harmonizes with a rich, velvety texture.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate11 g
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Cholesterol52 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein5 g
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Saturated Fat10 g
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Sodium60 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat15 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View Prepare Ingredients: Ensure all ingredients are prepped and measured. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Sauté Aromatics: In a soup pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 8-10 minutes.
03 Step
Recipe View Simmer Broth: Pour in chicken broth and water. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
04 Step
Recipe View Add Asparagus: Carefully add asparagus pieces to the simmering broth. Cook, stirring occasionally, until asparagus is tender-crisp and retains its vibrant green color, approximately 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat.
05 Step
Recipe View Blend to Perfection: Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until completely smooth and creamy. (2-3 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Season: Return the pot to low heat. Season with cayenne pepper, black pepper, and nutmeg. Adjust salt to taste. Gently whisk in 1/2 cup heavy cream.
07 Step
Recipe View Prepare Cream Topping (Optional): In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup heavy cream, grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and lemon zest. Whisk vigorously until frothy and slightly thickened, about 1-2 minutes.
08 Step
Recipe View Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls. Drizzle a spoonful of the prepared cream topping over each serving, creating a delicate swirl with a spoon or skewer.
09 Step
Recipe View Garnish (Optional): Sprinkle a tiny pinch of lemon zest and cayenne pepper for an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal.
10 Step
Recipe View Savor: Enjoy this exquisite cream of asparagus soup immediately.
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Darwin Ebert
Jun 18, 2025The nutmeg adds a lovely warmth to the soup. I highly recommend it!
Joany Reynolds
Mar 31, 2025A perfect light lunch or elegant appetizer.
Alejandra Lubowitz
Nov 27, 2024My family loved this soup! Even my picky eaters enjoyed it.
Cayla Mueller
Oct 21, 2024I didn't have Parmigiano-Reggiano, so I used Parmesan instead, and it worked just fine.
Lorine Welch
Jun 9, 2024Next time, I'll try adding a roasted garlic clove for extra flavor.
Raleigh Mayer
Feb 2, 2024The immersion blender made this soup so simple to make.
Llewellyn Collins
Dec 3, 2023I used vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and it was still delicious.
Adriana Farrell
Nov 25, 2023This soup was incredibly easy to make and tasted fantastic! The cream topping really elevated the dish.