Cream Of Asparagus Soup Barefoot Contessa

This cream of asparagus soup from Barefoot Contessa is one of the ways to enjoy asparagus, after trying this silky smooth Asparagus Soup it will be one of your favorite soups.

Garlic, butter, chicken broth, and a hint of cream are all of what you need to make a thick and creamy pot of Barefoot Contessa asparagus soup, there is no flour needed, however, I will try to go through everything that you need so stay tuned!

Is Barefoot Contessa cream of asparagus soup good for you?

Yes, this Barefoot Contessa cream of asparagus soup is 100% healthy as it's made with just a few ingredients, no starches, and no artificial additives, it definitely beats the store-bought canned soups.

What’s in Barefoot Contessa Cream Of Asparagus Soup?

The asparagus by itself is the real star in this Barefoot Contessa soup recipe, however, this cream of asparagus soup consists of chicken broth, cream, and some butter in order to make the base savory, all of this alongside a dash of seasonings to bring out the full flavors whether it’s served hot or cold!

Ingredients That You'll Need:

This simple Barefoot Contessa cream of asparagus soup recipe is made with just five basic ingredients:

• Butter – Any kind of butter will work here, tho I recommend using unsalted so that you can adjust salt to taste separate.
• Minced garlic – Either buy fresh garlic and mince it yourself or instead you can buy the kind in a jar for convenience.
• Asparagus – You want to use thinner asparagus stalks, with minimal woody ends.
• Chicken broth – Any other broth will do here, vegetable broth or beef broth would both work well.
• Heavy cream – This is what will make your Barefoot Contessa cream of asparagus soup creamy! If you need to reduce dairy, swap this with coconut cream instead.

How do you choose the freshest asparagus?

Here are some good techniques that you should consider when picking asparagus for your Barefoot Contessa cream of asparagus soup:

• Thinner isn’t always better: You can find asparagus in different sizes, however, the size doesn't really matter as long as it’s fresh, so I recommend going for fresh asparagus as it will be tender and delicious no matter the size.
• Visual appearance: Stalks that are firm, straight, and smooth are what you should look for, asparagus should be a vibrant green with a slight violet hue at the tips and ends, if the asparagus isn't stored in a shallow pan of water, ice, or on a damp pad, then you should check the ends in order to see if they’re not completely dried out or flaky.
• What not to buy: You want to avoid asparagus that looks wilted, wrinkled, or has darkened black tips that are falling off the stalk.

Barefoot Contessa cream of asparagus soup recipe FAQs

Why is my Barefoot Contessa cream of asparagus soup stringy?

If your Barefoot Contessa cream of asparagus soup is stringy, it’s usually due to one of these mistakes:

• The asparagus that you have used is too thick, for the best results, look for thin stalks.
• You may not trim your asparagus properly, as you should remove the thick, woody ends of the asparagus and not use these in your soup, you just need to line up the spears and use a knife to cut where the green turns white.

How to thicken asparagus soup?

In order to thicken your Barefoot Contessa cream of asparagus soup you want to try blending in a little bit of cooked cauliflower, no worries as the asparagus will cover up the flavor, however, following the instructions will result in a thick asparagus soup.

What herbs go with Barefoot Contessa cream of asparagus soup?

If you want to add some more herbs to your Barefoot Contessa cream of asparagus soup, you can try adding some fresh dill for garnish or fresh chives instead.

How to make Barefoot Contessa asparagus soup without cream?

The heavy cream is what makes this creamy Barefoot Contessa asparagus soup, so you can’t simply skip it, however, you can replace the cream with full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream instead.

I don’t recommend using low-fat milk, like almond milk or hemp milk, as they don't reach that level of richness in order to make this asparagus soup creamy.

How to store Barefoot Contessa cream of asparagus soup in the fridge?

1. Allow your Barefoot Contessa cream of asparagus soup to cool to room temperature before going any further.
2. Next, pour your asparagus soup in a covered glass or plastic container then place it into the fridge.
3. Properly stored, your Barefoot Contessa cream of asparagus soup can last for up to 3-4 days in the fridge.

How to store Barefoot Contessa cream of asparagus soup in the freezer?

1. Cooldown your Barefoot Contessa cream of asparagus soup to room temperature as a first step.
2. Now, Place the soup in an airtight container then into the freezer.
3. Properly stored, your Barefoot Contessa cream of asparagus soup can last for up to 2 months in the freezer.

What to serve with Barefoot Contessa cream of asparagus soup?

• fresh dill
• Crumbled bacon
• Garlic Bread
• French Potato Salad
• Greek Salad
• Boiled Eggs

Cream Of Asparagus Soup Barefoot Contessa Ingredients

• 3 tablespoon butter
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 4 ½ cups Asparagus (woody ends are off; cut into ½-inch pieces)
• 3 ½ cups Chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Sea salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• Sour cream (optional, for garnish)
• Fresh dill (optional, for garnish)

Cream Of Asparagus Soup Barefoot Contessa Instructions

1. Start by melting the butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat, then add garlic and saute for about 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
2. Next, go ahead and add the asparagus and saute for about 5 minutes, until it turns bright green.
3. Now, you want to add the chicken broth, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil over high heat.
4. After that, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 10 minutes until your asparagus is very soft.
5. When it's cooked, pour your soup into a high-powered blender and blend it until smooth.
6. Transfer your soup back to the pot and add heavy cream to it while stirring until heated through.

Recipe Tips & Variations

• Cream of asparagus soup with milk: Using the milk will make the asparagus soup very thin and doesn't have the creaminess or the texture that most people look for.
• Cream of asparagus soup, vegan: Switch out the chicken broth for vegetable broth, instead of cream use coconut milk, however, this will affect the taste of the soup.
• Asparagus and leek soup: Leek can be used here alongside the asparagus, make sure to use the whites and the very start of the greens.

Cream Of Asparagus Soup Barefoot Contessa Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving

• Calories 161
• Total Fat 8.2g
• Saturated Fat 3.3g
• Cholesterol 22mg
• Sodium 1042mg
• Potassium 360mg
• Total Carbohydrate 16g
• Dietary Fiber 0.7g
• Protein 6.3g
• Vitamin A 12%
• Vitamin C 6.6%
• Calcium 13%
• Iron 4.8%

Cream Of Asparagus Soup Barefoot Contessa

Author: Emily Hill Cooking Method:Stir-frying Cuisine:American Courses:Soups

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 5 minutesCook time: 20 minutesRest time: minutesTotal time: 25 minutesServings:4 servingsCalories:161 kcal Best Season:Available

Description

Cream Of Asparagus Soup Barefoot Contessa

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoon butter
  
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  
• 4 ½ cups Asparagus (woody ends are off; cut into ½-inch pieces)
  
• 3 ½ cups Chicken broth
  
• 1 teaspoon Sea salt
  
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  
• 1 cup Heavy cream
  
• Sour cream (optional, for garnish)
  
• Fresh dill (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Start by melting the butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat, then add garlic and saute for about 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
   
2. Next, go ahead and add the asparagus and saute for about 5 minutes, until it turns bright green.
   
3. Now, you want to add the chicken broth, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil over high heat.
   
4. After that, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 10 minutes until your asparagus is very soft.
   
5. When it's cooked, pour your soup into a high-powered blender and blend it until smooth.
   
6. Transfer your soup back to the pot and add heavy cream to it while stirring until heated through.

Notes

• Cream of asparagus soup with milk: Using the milk will make the asparagus soup very thin and doesn't have the creaminess or the texture that most people look for.
• Cream of asparagus soup, vegan: Switch out the chicken broth for vegetable broth, instead of cream use coconut milk, however, this will affect the taste of the soup.
• Asparagus and leek soup: Leek can be used here alongside the asparagus, make sure to use the whites and the very start of the greens.