Asparagus and Cheese Soup

Serves: 4 

INGREDIENTS 

• 2 onions, thinly sliced
• 1 litre stock
• 750 g fresh asparagus
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 125 g cream cheese
• Salt
• Pepper

HOW TO MAKE

1. Place the oil and onion in a microwaveable dish.
2. Cook uncovered for 3-4 minutes at 750 W.
3. Cut off the asparagus tips and set aside.
4. Cut the asparagus spears into 5 cm slices, making sure you discard the woody end, and combine with the onion. Cook uncovered for 5 minutes at 750 W.
5. Add the stock, cover, and cook for a further 15-20 minutes at 500 W, stirring from time to time.
6. Stir in the cream cheese and blend until you are left with a smooth creamy mixture.
7. Add the asparagus tips. Heat at 750 W for 5-6 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

An extra special touch:

If you like the flavour, when you add the asparagus tips you may

also sprinkle in two tablespoons of dill.