cream of asparagus

How To Make cream of asparagus

• Step 1
  Break off and discard tough asparagus bottoms, then reak off tips; set aside.
• Step 2
  Coarsely chop stalks; cook in skillet with onion in butter, salting lightly.
• Step 3
  After 8 to 10 minutes, when onions are clear, sprinkle with flour; continue to stir over lowest possible heat 5 to 8 minutes.
• Step 4
  Slowly add water or stock, stirring constantly; cook 8 to 10 minutes stirring frequently, until thickened, then cool slightly.
• Step 5
  In blender, puree sauce bit-by-bit with milk until thoroughly smooth.
• Step 6
  Return puree to 3-quart pan - preferably a double boiler; add dill, salt, pepper and soy sauce.
• Step 7
  Heat gently but don\'t boil.
• Step 8
  As it heats, cook asparagus tips in boiling water until tender, but still very green, about 2 minutes; drain and add whole to soup.
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