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Unrivalled Asparagus Soup recipe! This Spargelsuppe has a secret way to intensify the flavor! The secret? ... Check below!
This soup uses green asparagus. In Germany, white asparagus is much more common. If you want to make this soup with the white variety, check "Oma says" below for extra tips.
To intensify the flavor,
The resulting broth ramps up the fresh taste of this wonderful spring veggie.
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Most recipes using asparagus in Canada and the US assume you are using green asparagus. On the contrary, in Germany, for example, when asparagus is talked about, white asparagus is assumed.
So, when you're looking for asparagus recipes, you'll need to be aware of which country the recipe comes from.
If I happen to be able to buy white asparagus, I use the same asparagus soup recipe as below, except the asparagus needs to be peeled first.
Then, I take the peelings, together with the tough ends, and cook them. Then, I follow with the rest of the recipe.
I love it when I get to go back to Germany in the springtime. The markets overflow with white asparagus. Even the restaurants have special asparagus menus.
With such easy supper ideas as this asparagus soup, you'll treat your family like royalty.
Unrivalled Asparagus Soup recipe! This Spargelsuppe has a secret way to intensify the flavor! The secret? Make an asparagus broth out of the 'throw-away' bits to amp up the asparagus flavor.
Prep Time
20 minutes |
Cook Time
20 minutes |
Total Time40 minutes |
Makes 4 - 6 servings
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