Preparation / Directions:
1) Break off and discard the tough asparagus bottoms. Slice off the
tips and set them aside. Chop the remaining stalks into 1-inch pieces.
2) Melt the butter in a medium-sized skillet. Add the onion,
asparagus stalks, and salt. Saute for about 10 minutes over medium
heat. When the onions are clear and soft, sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of
the flour while constantly stirring. Cook over the lowest possible
heat, stirring frequently, another 5 to 8 minutes.
3) Add water, stirring constantly. Heat to a boil, then turn down to
a simmer. After about 5 minutes, sprinkle in the remaining tablespoon
of flour, mixing well. Cook another 8 to 10 minutes, stirring
frequently.
4) Puree the soup with the milk, either with a hand-held immersion
blender, or bit-by-bit in a food processor or blender. (If using
either of the latter two, return the puree to a kettle or large
saucepan.) Season with white pepper and fresh dill, and taste to
correct the salt.
5) Steam the reserved asparagus tips until just tender. Add these to
the soup, heat very gently (don't boil it!) and serve immediately.
Preparation time: 1 hour (about 30 minutes of wor
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