Creamy Asparagus Potato Soup || Gracefult Kitchen

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Creamy Asparagus Potato Soup

Soups

In this fast asparagus soup recipe, potato adds creaminess without adding cream. Double or triple this soup and freeze the leftovers for a quick lunch.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil plus 1 1/2 tablespoons, divided
1 medium shallot, chopped
3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth or chicken broth
1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup diced peeled potato
2 teaspoons prepared horseradish, or to taste
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup whole-wheat country bread cubes (1/4 inch)
Sliced scallion greens for garnish

Description

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add shallot and cook, stirring, until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add broth, asparagus, potato, horseradish and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes. Puree with an immersion blender or in a regular blender. (Use caution when pureeing hot liquids.)
Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium, add bread cubes and cook, stirring, until browned and crispy, 3 to 5 minutes.
Serve the soup topped with the croutons and scallions, if desired.