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Spring Asparagus and Potato Chowder

Spring Asparagus and Potato Chowder for Cozy Comfort Moments

Enjoy a comforting bowl of Spring Asparagus and Potato Chowder, a delightful embrace of fresh flavors that can be easily adapted for everyone’s dietary needs.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chowder
  • 2 cups Leeks
  • 1 cup Onions
  • 1 cup Shallots or omit if desired
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 cups Yukon Gold Potatoes diced
  • 1 bunch Asparagus chopped
  • 1 cup Sweet Peas fresh or frozen
  • 1 tablespoon Dill fresh
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or coconut milk for dairy-free
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth low-sodium recommended
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Spring Asparagus and Potato Chowder
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and slowly sauté chopped leeks, onions, shallots, and minced garlic for about 10 minutes until soft.
  2. Add diced Yukon Gold potatoes and vegetable broth to the pot, ensuring enough liquid covers the ingredients. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat and then reduce to low. Cook for about 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  3. Stir in chopped asparagus and sweet peas and cook for another 5 minutes, keeping the asparagus vibrant and just tender.
  4. Gently mash some of the cooked potatoes against the pot's sides with a fork or masher to thicken the chowder.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and stir in heavy cream or coconut milk and fresh dill. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to warm through.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and serve hot with crusty bread or a salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This chowder can be made ahead and stored for up to 4 days in the fridge. It tastes even better the next day as flavors meld overnight.

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