Carolina Springtime ASPARAGUS ALMOND Soup Ingredients: Freeze dried asparagus, rice, scallions, spices and herbs. Additions: 2 T. Butter or Margarine 6 C. Chicken Broth Asparagus Soup Mix 1 Box Frozen, Chopped Spinach Cooking Directions: Melt butter in 3 or 4 qt pot. Add soup mix and toss lightly to coat vegetables. Add chicken broth and spinach and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer covered for 20 minutes. Garnish each serving with a sprinkle of toasted almonds. Serves: 4 Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes Inventive Soup Variations: Option 1: For a deeper green soup, add asparagus pieces with the broth and simmer the same 20 minutes. Turn off heat and add 1/2 C. cream or milk, if desired. This versatile soup makes an elegant first course or luncheon presentation, or a delightful and savory supper. Option 2: May be served chilled. Prepare soup according to above cooking instructions. Cool completely on stovetop. Refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight. Stir in 1 cup cream. Sprinkle each bowl with toasted almonds to enjoy this fabulous summertime soup! Gluten Free Item |
