Fresh Asparagus Soup

Its easy to make and i love Asparagus.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 1⁄2 cups asparagus, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup onion, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup potato, chopped
• 2  teaspoons  low-fat butter
• 1  cup low-fat milk
•  salt and pepper
• 9  asparagus spears

Directions

1. Sauté the asparagus in 1 tsp of butter and keep aside for the garnish.
2. Heat the remaining butter in a pan and sauté the onions and potatoes for 3 to 4 minutes.
3. Add 2 cups of water. Simmer till the potatoes are nearly cooked and add the asparagus cook for a few minutes. Cool completely.
4. Purée the mixture in a liquidiser. Blend and strain the mixture.
5. Add the salt, pepper and cream and bring to a boil.
6. Serve hot garnished with the sautéed asparagus spears.