Smoked Asparagus Soup

Step

• 1

  When ready to cook, set grill temperature to 180℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes. For optimal flavor, use Super Smoke if available.

  Super Smoke

• 2

  Drizzle 1 pound of asparagus with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place directly on the grill grate and smoke for 20-30 minutes. Taste along the way to assess smoke level pulling earlier if needed.

  180 ˚F / 82 ˚C

  Super Smoke

  Ingredients

  • 1 Pound Asparagus Spears

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil

  • To Taste salt and pepper

• 3

  Place 1 Tbsp butter in a saucepan and melt over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and saute for 2-3 minutes or until onion is translucent.

  Ingredients

  • 1/2  yellow onion, diced

  • 1 Tablespoon butter

  • 2 Clove garlic, minced

• 4

  Remove asparagus from the grill and cut into 1” pieces. Place asparagus in the pan with the onions and add stock and cream. Bring to a simmer.

  Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 Cup chicken stock

  • 1 1/2 Cup cream

• 5

  Remove from heat and puree using a blender or immersion blender until smooth.

• 6

  Season with salt and pepper and serve. Top with fresh shaved asparagus, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if desired. Enjoy!

  Ingredients

  • 2 Stalk Raw Asparagus, Shaved