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Lemony Roasted Asparagus Soup
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Lemony Roasted Asparagus Soup

This sensational, lemony soup features roasted asparagus and crispy mushrooms, balanced by a silky, tangy broth made with egg yolks and fresh lemon juice.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 pounds asparagus, peeled and trimmed
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 6 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 pound mushrooms, thinly sliced
  • Fresh dill and oregano, for garnish

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • blender
  • oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Nonstick skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Peel and trim the asparagus. Slice the stalks diagonally 1/4 inch thick; reserve the stems and peelings.
  2. In a saucepan, combine the asparagus trimmings, onion, wine, and 6 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then simmer, covered, over moderately low heat until the asparagus trimmings are soft, about 1 hour.
  3. Transfer the contents to a blender and puree until smooth. Strain through a fine sieve, pressing on the solids. Wipe out the pan.
  4. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Melt butter in the saucepan over moderate heat. Whisk in flour and cook until golden brown and nutty smelling, about 3 minutes.
  5. Whisk in the asparagus broth until smooth and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks with lemon juice. Gradually whisk in 1/4 cup hot broth, then half of the remaining broth. Return this to the pan and simmer, whisking, until hot. Season with salt.
  7. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss sliced asparagus with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. In a nonstick skillet, heat remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil. Cook mushrooms over moderately high heat until golden and crisp, about 8 minutes.
  9. Transfer roasted asparagus to shallow bowls. Ladle soup over the asparagus and top with mushrooms. Garnish with dill and oregano.