Topping this soup du jour with a dollop of cr?me fra?che adds a touch of richness, but you can substitute Greek yogurt or sour cream.
- Portion size 4 servings
- Credits : Canadian Living Magazine: April 2013
Ingredients
Method
In large heavy saucepan, heat half of the oil over medium heat; cook shallots and three quarters of the garlic, stirring occasionally, until shallots are softened, about 3 minutes. Add leek; cook, stirring, until softened, about 6 minutes.Stir in asparagus, salt and pepper; cook for 2 minutes. Add broth and bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer until asparagus is tender, about 5 minutes.
In batches in blender, pur?e soup until smooth. Return to saucepan over medium-low heat; stir in cream and lemon juice.
Meanwhile, toss bread with remaining oil and garlic; spread on parchment paper–lined baking sheet. Bake in 450 F (230 C) oven until golden, about 8 minutes.
Combine cr?me fra?che with chives; dollop on each bowl of soup. Sprinkle with croutons.
Nutritional facts Per serving: about
- Fibre 5 g
- Sodium 1024 mg
- Sugars 10 g
- Protein 8 g
- Calories 331.0
- Total fat 24 g
- Potassium 424 mg
- Cholesterol 79 mg
- Saturated fat 13 g
- Total carbohydrate 26 g
%RDI
- Iron 18.0
- Folate 91.0
- Calcium 7.0
- Vitamin A 46.0
- Vitamin C 23.0
