There are some great soups out there, but if you want one that is really filling and hearty, then you definitely are going to want to try the chicken and asparagus soup recipe. All you need is some fresh asparagus, chicken stock, garlic, and a few other tasty ingredients, and in no time at all you will be able to whip up a delicious batch of chicken and asparagus soup.

This soup is not only savory but very healthy for you as well, as it is full of lean meat and vegetables.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 225 g fresh asparagus
• 850 ml fresh chicken stock
• 150 ml dry white wine
• 1 sprig each fresh parsley, dill and tarragon
• 1 garlic clove
• 60 g vermicelli rice noodles
• 350 g lean cooked chicken, finely shredded
• 1 small leek
• salt and white pepper

1. Wash the asparagus and trim away the woody ends. Cut each spear into pieces 4 cm long.
2. Pour the stock and wine into a large saucepan and bring to the boil.
3. Wash the herbs and tie them with clean string. Peel the garlic clove and add, with the herbs, to the saucepan together with the asparagus and noodles. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the chicken and plenty of seasoning. Simmer gently for a further 3 to 4 minutes or until heated through.
5. Trim the leek, slice it down the center and wash under running water to remove any dirt. Shake dry and shred finely.
6. Remove the herbs and garlic and discard.
7. Ladle the soup into warm bowls, sprinkle with shredded leek and serve at once.

Variation

You can use any of your favorite herbs in this recipe, but choose those with a subtle flavor so that they do not overpower the asparagus. Small, tender asparagus spears give the best results and flavors.

“Rice noodles contain no fat and are an ideal substitute for egg noodles.”

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