This versatile soup makes an elegant first course or luncheon presentation, or a delightful and savory supper. A fantastic Soup Supper with a rich tantalizing taste using simple additions. This light spring soup makes a versatile first course, luncheon presentation or savory supper. The addition of spinach thickens the soup and keeps calories low. Variation: For an extra chunky soup, add one box asparagus pieces with the broth and spinach and simmer the same 20 minutes. Turn off heat and add 1 cup cream or milk.
Preparation and Cooking time
: 20 minutes
Serves 4 to 5
CONTENTS
Carolina Springtime ASPARAGUS Soup Mix
Toasted Almond Packet
fresh ADDITIONS
2 Tablespoons butter or margarine
6 cups chicken broth
1 box frozen, chopped spinach
cooking DIRECTIONS
Melt butter in a 2 or 3-quart pot. Add Soup Mix and toss lightly to coat vegetables. Add chicken broth and spinach and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer covered for 15 minutes. Garnish each serving with a sprinkle of Toasted Almonds.
inventive VARIATIONS
OPTION 1: If you prefer, a box of frozen asparagus may be substituted for the frozen spinach and 1/2 to 1 cup of milk or cream added to finish the soup.
OPTION 2: Add half a pound of scallops for the last five minute of cooking time. Finish with cream.
ALL NATURAL INGREDIENTS: RICE, TOASTED ALMONDS, FREEZE-DRIED ASPARAGUS, SCALLIONS, SPICES, HERBS.
NO ADDED SALT, NO MSG AND NO PRESERVATIVES
Our soup mixes contain little or no salt. To lower the sodium content of the prepared soup, try using low sodium broths or dilute the broth with water.
