*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                         Cream of Asparagus Soup

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:01
Categories    : Soups

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      quart         chicken broth
   2      cups          half and half
   1      small bunch   aspargus
   1      tablespoon    onion -- minced
     1/4  teaspoon      white pepper
     1/2  teaspoon      salt
   3      tablespoons   butter
   3      tablespoons   flour
     1/2  teaspoon      chicken base

Cut asparagus into bite size pieces and boil in chicken broth until tender. 
 Make roux with 3 tablespoons butter and
3 tablespoons flour.  Scald half and half.  Add roux to half
and half until thickened like a heavy apste.  Add mixture to
soup stock and mix witha wire whip.  Add minced onion, salt and white pepper
 and chicken base.  Simmer about 10 minutes on low heat. 

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