Curried Asparagus Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    1 lb. asparagus, tough ends trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces
    4 c. strong chicken broth
    4 scallions, coarsely chopped (green and white parts included)
    3 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives or scallion greens
    2 tsp. lemon juice
    1 to 2 tsp. curry powder or to taste
    salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Preparation
    In a medium saucepan, place the asparagus, broth and greens and bring to a boil.
    Cover, reduce heat and simmer slowly for 12 to 15 minutes or until the vegetables are very tender.
    Place the mixture in a food processor or blender and add the lemon juice and seasonings.
    Puree until smooth.
    Serve hot immediately or chill.

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