Crock Pot Asparagus Soup
Enjoy this crock pot asparagus soup recipe made with fresh asparagus and green onions, along with chicken broth and potatoes.
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- Serves: 4 persons
Ingredients
- 2pounds fresh asparagus (woody ends snapped or cut off)
- 5cups chicken broth
- 6green onions (finely chopped)
- 2cups baking potatoes (cubed and peeled, 1/2-inch cubes)
- ¼teaspoon seasoned salt
- ¼teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- Garnish: fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Step 1
Gather the ingredients.Step 2
Rinse asparagus spears; cut into 1-inch lengths. If desired, reserve a few small asparagus tips to microwave or steam for a garnish for each serving.Step 3
In 3 1/2 to 5-quart crock pot combine asparagus with the broth, green onions, and potatoes. Cover and cook LOW for 5 to 7 hours, until the potatoes are tender.Step 4
Increase temperature setting to HIGH. With a blender or food processor , puree the vegetable solids in batches, with a little of the cooking liquid, until somewhat smooth.Step 5
Return to the liquid remaining in the slow cooker. Stir in the seasoned salt and pepper, tasting and adjusting amount of seasoning to taste.Step 6
Cover and cook on high 30 minutes longer. Serve garnished with a few cooked asparagus tips or fresh parsley, if desired.Step 7
Enjoy!