Asparagus Vichyssoise

Asparagus Vichyssoise
Asparagus Vichyssoise is a gluten free and vegetarian side dish. This recipe serves 2. One serving contains 154 calories, 9g of protein, and 5g of fat. Head to the store and pick up asparagus spears, potato, evaporated skimmed milk, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes.

Instructions

1
Snap off tough ends of asparagus.
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Remove scales from stalks with a knife or vegetable peeler, if desired.
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3
Cut asparagus spears in half crosswise. Bring 1/4 cup chicken broth to a boil in a medium saucepan.
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4
Add asparagus; cover and cook over medium heat 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Set aside asparagus in broth.
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5
Coat a small saucepan with cooking spray, and place over medium-high heat until hot.
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Add onion; saute until tender.
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Add remaining 3/4 cup broth and potato. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until potato is tender.
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8
Combine potato mixture and asparagus, including broth, in container of an electric blender or food processor; cover and process until smooth.
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9
Transfer mixture to a bowl; stir in milk, salt, and pepper. Cover and chill. Stir before serving.
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Garnish with lemon rind strips, if desired.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings2
Health Score39
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