Cream Of Asparagus Soup Asparagus

INGREDIENTS :

• 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 4 1/2 cups Asparagus (without woody ends; cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
• 3 1/2 cups Chicken broth, reduced sodium (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
• 1 tsp Sea salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• Sour cream (optional, for garnish)
• Fresh dill (optional, for garnish)

INSTRUCTIONS :

1. In a Dutch oven over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the garlic and saute for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
2. Add the asparagus and saute for about 5 minutes, until it turns bright green.
3. Add the chicken broth, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 10 minutes, until asparagus is very soft.
4. Pour soup into a high-powered blender and blend until smooth.
5. Transfer soup back to the pot. Add heavy cream and stir until heated through.