Recipe: Cream of Asparagus Soup (blender or food processor)

CREAM OF ASPARAGUS SOUP

1 (14.5 or 15 ounce) can Michigan Asparagus cuts and tips (or other type)
Milk
1/4 cup finely chopped onions
1/4 cup margarine or butter
1/4 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon

Drain Michigan Asparagus, reserving liquid. Add enough milk to liquid to measure 4 cups; set aside.

In food processor or electric blender, puree asparagus; set aside.

In 3-quart saucepan over medium heat, cook onions in butter until soft but not brown.

Stir in flour, salt and bouillon. Add mild mixture and asparagus, stirring until smooth. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture boils. Cook and stir 1 minute longer.

Remove from heat; serve hot. Garnish with cooked asparagus spears if desired.

Yield: 5 servings, 1 cup each
SOURCE: Michigan Asparagus Advisory Board