Cream Of Asparagus Soup

• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 3 c. cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
• 2 1/2 c. low sodium chicken broth
• 1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
• 3 oz. fat-free cream cheese, cubed
• 2 Tbsp. light sour cream
• 1 Tbsp. snipped fresh dill or 1 tsp. dill weed
• 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg

1. In a large saucepan, coated with nonstick cooking spray, saute onion and garlic until tender.
2. Add asparagus, broth and red pepper flakes.
3. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until asparagus is tender.
5. Place 1/3 of mixture in a blender; add cream cheese, sour cream and dill. Cover and process until smooth; return to pan.
6. Cook over medium heat until heated through.
7. Sprinkle with nutmeg.
8. Yield: 4 servings.

onion, garlic, fresh asparagus, chicken broth, red pepper, cream cheese, light sour cream, dill, ground nutmeg

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=21483 (may not work)