Velvety white asparagus soup with whipping cream
White asparagus is wildly popular across Europe, especially in Germany. Once steamed, this sweet and tender white vegetable, which showcases only a hint of bitterness in its flavor profile, is perfect in a scrumptious asparagus soup such as this one. By adding whipping cream, it gets a deliciously rich flavor and a silky mouthfeel as well as a thicker consistency. So when you are craving something velvety, creamy, and yet mild in flavorful, try out our recipe for asparagus soup with whipping cream and meet your new favorite soup.
Mild and delicate white asparagus
Because it truly is all about the white asparagus taking centre stage in this recipe, you do not need many ingredients. The vegetable has quite a mild flavor and may as such be overpowered by the addition of more potent ingredients. The whipping cream, salt, and pepper, though, help accentuate its delicate earthy and nutty flavors to create a flavorful soup, also with the addition of savory vegetable broth.
Delicious creamy asparagus soup for all occasions
This soup is perfect for busy weeknights and special occasions alike. If you are cooking for a large gathering of people, you can easily double or triple our recipe to make a bigger batch of this delightful dish. Use it in smaller portions as a starter or serve it as the main dish with bread on the side.
As it may be enjoyed hot or chilled, the cold asparagus soup may even be served directly from the refrigerator, meaning you can prepare it in advance to make it easier both on busy weekdays and for dinners with guests. The delicate flavor of the white asparagus may even seem more pronounced when served chilled.
Experiment with crunchy and savory toppings
A simple asparagus soup can be elevated with a vast array of delicious homemade toppings. If you happen to have some leftover white bread on hand, use it to make crunchy croutons that may be flavored with different herbs and spices. Simply cut in cubes, drizzle with oil, and bake in the oven until golden and slightly crunchy.
You can also use herbs like dill and chives to add a bit of freshness to this asparagus soup. In addition, their green coloring looks beautiful against the pearly white color. Its mild flavor also lends itself well to saltier toppings like crumbled crispy beef bacon or freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Add chicken for another delicious variant
You can easily add meat to your soup. The best meat for soup may just be a tender chicken breast that has been pulled apart – combining asparagus soup with chicken gives you a more umami-packed version.
To enhance this umami flavor and add more saltiness to your chicken asparagus soup, you can use chicken broth rather than the suggested vegetable broth as this is much richer in flavor. You might want to add a bit less salt for a start as chicken broth is often a bit saltier than vegetable broth.
