Asparagus and Cheese Soup

A blue bowl filled with creamy yellow soup sits invitingly on a wooden surface, hinting at the comfort of an easy broccoli braid recipe waiting nearby. A beige cloth napkin is partially visible next to the bowl, completing this cozy scene.

Indulge in this creamy Asparagus and Cheese Soup! Velvety smooth, packed with fresh asparagus, and blended with rich, melty cheese for a comforting and delicious bowl.

Course Soup

Cuisine American

Keyword Asparagus and Cheese Soup, asparagus soup with cheese

Method Stovetop

Main Ingredient Vegetable

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 302kcal

Author Kelli Miller

Equipment

Ingredients

3 Tablespoons butter
1 leek chopped
6 Cup(s) 1 carton chicken stock
3 Cup(s) milk
1 ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
6 sprigs fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried optional
1 Pound(s) asparagus thinly sliced
2 Cup(s) cheddar cheese grated

Instructions

Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
Add leeks and cook until tender, 8 minutes. Add asparagus, broth, milk, salt, and thyme; bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer while you prepare any other parts of the meal.
Stir in the cheddar cheese just before serving.

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