Asparagus Soup with Tarragon and Lemon Zest Creme Fraiche

Vegetables Recipes

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Start to Finish Time: 30 minutes

Yield: 6 servings

• 1-1/2 pounds green asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 3 cups chicken or vegetable stock
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh tarragon
• Juice of 1 small lemon
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Grated zest of 1 lemon
• 1/3 cup creme fraiche (or sour cream)

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add asparagus and boil until it is fork-tender and bright green. Drain the asparagus and submerge in ice water to stop cooking.

At this point, the stock can be brought to a boil or kept cool, depending on how you want to serve the soup. Add asparagus to stock along with tarragon and lemon juice. Puree in a blender until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Meanwhile, add lemon zest to creme fraiche. Serve the soup, hot or cold, in small bowls, topped with creme fraiche.

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