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Receta Guest Post from Erin Jimcosky (aka The Hungry Mutineer) Editor in Chief of the new CRAFT Magazine : Asparagus Cheddar Soup
Ingredientes
- Asparagus & Cheddar Soup
- 2 TBS. butter
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 TBS. all-purpose flour
- 1 asparagus bunch, trimmed and chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 3 c. chicken stock
- sea salt, to taste
- freshly ground pepper, to taste
- 4 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, at room temp, shredded
- Croutons, to garnish
View Full Recipe at The Colors Of Indian Cooking
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1109g | |
| Calories 915 | |
| Calories from Fat 587 | 64% |
| Total Fat 66.61g | 83% |
| Saturated Fat 40.79g | 163% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 185mg | 62% |
| Sodium 2885mg | 120% |
| Potassium 912mg | 26% |
| Total Carbs 38.0g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.3g | 21% |
| Sugars 7.19g | 5% |
| Protein 40.81g | 65% |
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