Cream Of White Asparagus Soup

White asparagus is more mild and less fibrous than the green. It is white because it hasn't been exposed to light.

In a large saucepan , over medium heat , saut onion and garlic in butter for 5 minutes or until translucent.

Add chicken stock , asparagus.

Cover and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and simmer until vegetables are soft , about 30 minutes.

Remove asparagus.

Allow soup to cool , then put in blender and blend till smooth.

Return soup to saucepan , add reserved asparagus.

white asparagus, onion, garlic cloves, butter, chicken broth, potato, dried thyme, heavy cream, white pepper, salt