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                    Cheddar Cheese and Asparagus Soup

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Cheese                           Soups

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   3      tablespoons   Unsalted butter
     1/2  pound         Asparagus -- trimmed and cut
     1/2                " pieces.
   1                    Garlic clove -- crushed
   3      tablespoons   All-purpose flour
   4      cups          Milk
   3      cups          Sharp Cheddar -- shredded
   2      teaspoons     Dijon-style mustard
     1/2  teaspoon      Salt
     1/8  teaspoon      White pepper
                        Pinch grated nutmeg

Melt butter in heavy, medium-size saucepan over medium heat
 Add asparagus and garlic; saute about 5 minutes. Gradually blend in flour;
 cook, stirring, 3-5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low. 
Gradually stir in 1 cup milk and cheese; cook, stirring, 5 minutes or until
 cheese is melted and smooth.  Stir in remaining milk, mustard, salt, pepper and nutmeg.
 Gently heat, stirring, until soup is hot. To serve, remove garlic.
 Garnish with shredded cheese if you wish

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