Receta Asparagus Chowder (The Occasional Vegetarian)
Raciónes: 4
Ingredientes
- 2 med leeks, white part only, cleaned and minced, (about 2 1/2 c.)
- 1 Tbsp. butter
- 4 c. vegetable stock, or possibly stock of your
- 1 lb new potatoes, unpeeled, cut into
- 1/4 x to- 1/3-cubes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 lb asparagus, cleaned, trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch pcs
- 1/2 tsp grnd black pepper, freshly grnd
- 1/4 c. half-and-half
- 1/4 c. parsley, finely minced
Direcciones
- 1. In a heavy-bottom pot, saute/fry' the leeks in butter over medium heat till they're soft but not brown, 6 to 7 min.
- 2. Add in the stock, potatoes, salt, and thyme. Cover and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer till the potatoes can be easily pierced with a fork, about 15 min.
- 3. Add in the asparagus and pepper and simmer uncovered till the asparagus are cooked, about 10 min.
- 4. Transfer half the solids to a blender or possibly food processor. Add in the half-and-half and puree till smooth. Return this mix to the pot and bring to a simmer over low heat. Serve warm, garnished with parsley.
- Notes: This soup can be refrigerated for 2 days. Reheat gently before serving.
- Chowder is also very good made with chicken stock - for non vegetarians.
- Serves 6 as a first course, 4 as a light entree
- Preparation Time: 20 to 30 min
- Cooking Time: 30 to 35 min
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Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving | %DV |
---|---|
Serving Size 494g | |
Recipe makes 4 servings | |
Calories 163 | |
Calories from Fat 43 | 26% |
Total Fat 4.96g | 6% |
Saturated Fat 3.0g | 12% |
Trans Fat 0.0g | |
Cholesterol 13mg | 4% |
Sodium 1560mg | 65% |
Potassium 806mg | 23% |
Total Carbs 26.97g | 7% |
Dietary Fiber 4.7g | 16% |
Sugars 5.5g | 4% |
Protein 5.43g | 9% |