Cream of Asparagus Soup

 This easy cream of asparagus soup is perfect for making the most of fresh asparagus when it's in season — take advantage!

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth, divided
• ½ cup chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1 pinch ground black pepper
• 1 cup milk
• ½ cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

1. Combine asparagus, 1/2 cup chicken broth, and onion in a large saucepan; cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, until asparagus is tender, about 12 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a blender; puree until smooth and set aside.
2. In the same saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper; cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.
3. Increase heat to medium; add remaining chicken broth, stirring constantly, until the mixture boils. Stir in pureed asparagus and milk.
4. Place sour cream in a small bowl and stir in a ladleful of hot soup until blended; pour into the soup and stir in lemon juice. Warm soup through to serving temperature, without boiling. Serve immediately.

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