Make this easy cream of asparagus soup with fresh veggies, milk, and lemon for a light, creamy, and flavorful homemade dish.
Cream of Asparagus Soup is a smooth and comforting dish perfect for any season. Made with fresh asparagus, milk, and a touch of lemon, it’s light yet creamy. This easy homemade soup brings out the fresh flavor of asparagus and makes a warm, healthy meal for lunch or dinner.
Cream of Asparagus Soup
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Asparagus: a pound of trimmed asparagus cut into 1-inch pieces.
- Onion: chopped onion
- Seasonings: seasoned with salt and pepper.
- Butter and flour: Make a thick roux
- Milk: a cup of milk for this rich soup.
- Broth: Use store-bought or homemade chicken broth.
- Sour cream
- Lemon juice
Directions
- Cook the asparagus, onion, and some broth together until the asparagus is soft.
- Pour the mixture into a blender and blend until smooth.
- In a pot, make a roux, then add the rest of the chicken broth and bring it to a boil.
- Add the blended asparagus mixture and milk, stirring well.
- Put the sour cream in a small bowl, mix in a spoonful of the hot soup, then pour it back into the pot.
- Add the lemon juice and heat the soup until warm (don’t let it boil).
- Store any leftover soup in a sealed container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat it slowly on the stove before serving.
