Asparagus Potato Soup

With asparagus at good prices these days, it is time for my favorite asparagus potato soup. I got this recipe from Quick Cooking magazine and it is definitely worth your time. I forgot to take a pic last time I made it, so you'll just have to take this one on faith. :-) Here goes:

Asparagus Potato Soup

2 c. diced peeled potatoes

1/2 lb. asparagus, chopped

1/2 c. chopped onion

2 celery ribs, chopped

1 T. chicken boullion granules

4 c. water

1/4 c. butter

1/2 c. flour

1 c. whipping cream

1/2 c. milk

1/2 t. salt

Dash of pepper

3/4 c. shredded cheddar cheese

In large sauce pan or soup kettle, combine the potatoes, asparagus, onion, celery, boullion and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until veggies are tender. Stir in butter.

In a bowl, combine the flour, cream, milk, salt and pepper until smooth; add to the veggie mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Garnish with cheese.