Cream of Asparagus Soup

This is a surprisingly elegant soup—made with canned asparagus! Garnish with a plop of sour cream, a few croutons & a couple of asparagus tips. My mom gave me this--it's a keeper!

1 15-oz can asparagus
3 tbs butter
1/4 cup minced onion (very finely minced)
3 tbs flour
1 15-oz can chicken broth
1 cup milk (I actually use heavy cream—naughty!)
1/4 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt

1. Puree asparagus AND its liquid in blender. (remove a few tips to add for garnish)

2. In a large saucepan, saute onions in butter; when tender, add flour. If the mixture goes too “clumpy,” add a little more butter & whisk.

3. Add broth, milk & seasonings; heat soup.

4. This is EXCELLENT if made a day ahead & reheated when guests arrive!