You will need:
1 bundle of Asparagus (25 heads)
1 pt White Stock
1 oz Butter
1 oz Flour
1 Onion
Lemon Juice
Pinch of Sugar
Salt & Pepper
2 fl oz Cream
How to make Asparagus Cream soup:
Cut the tips of the asparagus and cook them in a little of the stock for about 10 minutes, until just tender. Place to one side for later use.
Melt the butter over a low heat, and stir in the flour, this will form a roux, (a thick paste), cook gently over a low heat for a couple of minutes. Gradually add the stock and bring to the boil. Slice the onion and cut the remaining uncooked asparagus into short lengths. Add the onion and asparagus to the boiling stock, and gently simmer for about 30 to 40 minutes. Cook until tender. Take from stove and press the soup through a nylon sieve. Add lemon juice and sugar to taste. Season to taste. Reheat the creamy asparagus soup. To serve, add the already cooked asparagus tips, pour into a soup bowl and swirl cream over the top.
Cooking time: 50 minutes
Serves: 4
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Asparagus Cream Soup Recipe 
