Cream Of Asparagus Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
3 c. cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
2 1/2 c. low sodium chicken broth
1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
3 oz. fat-free cream cheese, cubed
2 Tbsp. light sour cream
1 Tbsp. snipped fresh dill or 1 tsp. dill weed
1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg

Preparation

In a large saucepan, coated with nonstick cooking spray, saute onion and garlic until tender.
Add asparagus, broth and red pepper flakes.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until asparagus is tender.
Place 1/3 of mixture in a blender; add cream cheese, sour cream and dill. Cover and process until smooth; return to pan.
Cook over medium heat until heated through.
Sprinkle with nutmeg.
Yield: 4 servings.