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Basil asparagus soup

Recipe Information

Description:
Basil asparagus soup is a delicious American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 5 minutes of prep time and about 25 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 30 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 5 Minutes
Cook Time 25 Minutes
Total Time 30 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Asparagus; Potatoes
Category Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner; Snack
Type Main Dish; Side Dish; Appetizer
Subtype Soup
Cuisine American
Cook Method Boiling
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh asparagus

  • 1 14-ounce can vegetable broth

  • 1 ½ cups loose-packed frozen chopped hash brown potatoes

  • 1 cup water

  • 1 cup regular soy milk

  • ½ cup chopped fresh basil

Directions

  • Wash and clean the asparagus, breaking off the woody bases. Cut off the tips and set them aside. Chop the remaining stalks.

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped stalks, vegetable broth, and potatoes. Bring to a boil.

  • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

  • Allow to cool for another 5 minutes and then pour into a blender and blend until pureed. After well blended, return to the saucepan.

  • Meanwhile, in a smaller saucepan, combine the water and reserved asparagus tips. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat.

  • Simmer uncovered for 3 minutes then drain and set aside.

  • Add the soy milk to puree mixture and stir until thoroughly mixed.

  • Stir in the chopped basil and asparagus tips and serve.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 119 cal

  • Total fat: 2g

  • Sodium: 515mg

  • Carbohydrate: 21g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Protein: 6g