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Title: Asparagus-Potato Soup Post by: Rhea Thomas on July 04, 2009, 05:06:04 AM Asparagus-Potato Soup
1 1/2 cups chicken broth 3 potatoes, peeled and diced 1/3 cup minced onion 1 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 (8-ounce) package frozen asparagus, chopped 1 1/2 cups half-and-half 4 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 tablespoon chopped pimiento 1. In a large saucepan, combine chicken broth, diced potatoes, minced onion, salt, and nutmeg; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 5 to 8 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender. 2. Add chopped frozen asparagus and return to a boil. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender. 3. Blend together half-and-half, softened cream cheese, and chopped pimiento. Stir until the soup, mixing until smooth. Do not return to a boil. Makes 6 servings. |