Creamy Asparagus Soup

* Exported from MasterCook *

Creamy Asparagus Soup

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Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Creole Soups
Gumbos

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1 lb Asparagus,trimmed/chopped

2 tb Cornstarch

1 ts Salt

1 pn Black pepper

2 c Milk

2 c Half-and-half

2 tb Butter or margarine

2 tb Dry sherry



1. Cook asparagus in boiling water in 2-quart saucepan until tender; drain,

reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid.

2. Place reserved liquid and all but 1/2 cup asparagus in blender or food

processor; blend until smooth.

3. In same saucepan, combine cornstarch, salt and pepper; gradually stir in

milk until smooth.

4. Add butter; stirring constantly, bring to boil over medium-low heat and

boil 1 minute.

5. Stir in asparagus puree and sherry; blend well, then add reserved 1/2

cup asparagus.

6. Cook until heated through, stirring constantly.





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