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Roasted Asparagus Soup with Spring Herb Gremolata

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Roasted Asparagus Soup with Spring Herb Gremolata

Roasted Asparagus Soup with Spring Herb Gremolata

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Equipment

  • Dutch Oven - Ideal for roasting vegetables at high heat without burning them.

  • Food Processor - For making the herb gremolata; can finely chop fresh herbs and mix ingredients smoothly.

  • Roasting Pan - Essential for evenly roasting asparagus to achieve a caramelized exterior while maintaining tender inside.

  • Chef's Knife - A versatile tool for cutting vegetables, including asparagus, into uniform sizes for even cooking.

  • Immersion Blender - Useful for blending soup directly in the pot without transferring it to a different appliance.

  • Soup Ladle - For serving the roasted asparagus soup; ensures precise and generous portions.

  • High-Speed Blender - An alternative or complementary tool for making soup, especially if you prefer using this method over an immersion blender.

  • Cutting Board - Essential for preparing ingredients on a clean surface to prevent cross-contamination.

  • Measuring Cups and Spoons - For precise measurement of ingredients like asparagus, vegetables, herbs, etc.

  • Colander - Useful for draining the roasted asparagus after blanching before adding it to the soup pot.

Ingredients

  • 5 pounds asparagus, trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces (14 to 15 cups)

  • 4 cups chopped leeks (white and pale green parts only; about 4 large)

  • 1/4 cup olive oil

  • 6 cups (or more) low-salt chicken broth

  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh Italian parsley

  • 4 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel

  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon

  • 1 small garlic clove, minced

Instructions

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Instruction 1

Preheat oven to 425°F. Combine asparagus, leeks, and oil in very large bowl; toss to blend. Divide between 2 large rimmed baking sheets. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast vegetables until asparagus pieces are soft and leeks are golden, stirring occasionally, about 45 minutes; cool on sheets.
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Instruction 2

Spoon 1/3 of vegetables into blender; add 2 cups broth. Blend until smooth. Transfer to large pot. Repeat 2 more times, using half of remaining vegetables and 2 cups broth for each batch. Warm soup over medium heat, thinning with more broth by 1/2 cupfuls, if desired. Season with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly. Cover; chill. Rewarm before continuing.
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Instruction 3

Mix parsley, lemon peel, tarragon, and garlic in small bowl for gremolata.
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Instruction 4

Ladle soup into bowls. Sprinkle with gremolata and serve.
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