Simmer 1 hour. Gently fold in asparagus and parsley, reheat just before serving. Serve as main course or entree with rice or Potato Whip. Cut 650g fresh asparagus into 3cm lengths. Cook for 2 minutes on high, in covered dish with 2 tablespoons water, in microwave oven.
Fresh asparagus is subject to seasonal availability.
May be prepared without asparagus and refrigerated up to 2 days or frozen. Add asparagus and parsley just before serving. There is little difference in aesthetic qualities in the final products, although the canned product is preferred overall.