Asparagus Tarragon "Cream" Soup

==Description==
This elegant soup is the perfect start to a holiday dinner in spring. asparagus and fresh tarragon are at their seasonal peak, and yield a beautiful pale green hue. For a lovely presentation, garnish the soup with whole tarragon leaves.
 
==Ingredients==
* 1 tablespoon olive oil
* 1 small onion, chopped
* 3 cans (14½ ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
* 2 pounds asparagus, cut into 1" pieces
* 3 stalks celery, thinly sliced
* ¼ teaspoon salt
* ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
* 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped, divided
* ¾ cup nondairy creamer
==Directions==
# Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
# Add onion and cook 5 minutes, until softened but not browned.
# Add broth, asparagus, celery, salt, pepper and half of the tarragon to the pot.
# Bring to a boil.
# Lower heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes, until asparagus is very tender.
# In a blender, purée soup in batches until smooth.
# Return to pot.
# Add nondairy creamer and remaining tarragon.
# Heat soup through over medium heat.
Category:Asparagus Recipes
Category:Asparagus Soup Recipes
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