Ingredients for Asparagus Soup With Mini Meatballs
- Extra Lean Ground Beef
- 1 pound ground turkey
- Extra Lean Ground Pork
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
- water, as needed for boiling
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 pound asparagus spears
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup light cream (5% coffee cream)
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How to Make Asparagus Soup With Mini Meatballs
- In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground turkey, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup finely chopped onion, 1 large egg, 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Gently mix until just combined.
- Roll the meatball mixture into small 1/2-inch meatballs.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle simmer. Add the meatballs and cook for 5 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Remove the meatballs with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Trim and cut 1 lb asparagus spears into 1-inch pieces. Reserve any asparagus liquid.
- Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Whisk in 2 tbsp all-purpose flour until smooth.
- Gradually whisk in the reserved asparagus liquid and 4 cups chicken broth. Whisk constantly to prevent lumps.
- Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in 1 cup 5% coffee cream.
- Add the cooked meatballs and asparagus pieces to the soup. Heat through gently for about 2-3 minutes, being careful not to overcook the asparagus.
- Serve hot and garnish with fresh parsley (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
99 g
Sugar
10g
Fat
67g
Carbs
9g
