Asparagus Soup

This is a quick and easy but delicious Asparagus Soup. Adapted from Quick Cooking.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen asparagus cuts
• 1  large onion, chopped
• 1  cup water
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1  teaspoon chicken bouillon granule
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1⁄8 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 1⁄2 cups milk
• 1⁄2 cup heavy whipping cream
•  seasoned croutons

Directions

1. In a saucepan, combine asparagus, onion, water, salt, bouillon, basil and pepper. Bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
3. Cool for 5 minutes; stir in milk.
4. In a blender or food processor, process the soup in batches until smooth; return to the pan.
5. Stir in cream; heat through.
6. Garnish with croutons.