Concentrated elegance and freshness in a velvety texture that celebrates the delicate flavor of green asparagus. A gentle embrace for the palate, where the richness of cream is balanced by the lightness of leek and potato. A sophisticated, nourishing classic that turns simplicity into something quietly special.
Cut off the tender asparagus tips and reserve them. Peel the lower stalks if fibrous, then cut the stems into small pieces. Chop the leek, white onion, and garlic; peel and dice the potato small so it does not slow the soup down.
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Add the asparagus stems, potato, vegetable broth, most of the salt, and the pepper. Simmer gently for 14 minutes, until the potato is tender and the asparagus is still green. Add the reserved tips during the last 2 minutes.
Remove a few asparagus tips for garnish and blend the rest until silky. For an even finer texture, pass the soup through a fine-mesh strainer. Work in batches if the blender is too full; steam plus a rushed lid is a tiny domestic volcano.
Return the soup to the pot, lower the heat, and add the cream, nutmeg, and the remaining salt. Warm for 3 minutes, without a hard boil, until velvety. Serve with the asparagus tips on top.
