Asparagus-lemon Soup

• 1 14 lbs fresh asparagus, trimmed and chopped
• 1 cup celery, chopped
• 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup white wine
• 12 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 pinch white pepper, to taste
• 34 cup whipping cream

1. In a large pot, combine the asparagus, celery, onion and garlic with the chicken broth and - over a high heat - bring to the boil.
2. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, then allow to cool slightly.
3. Process in a blender or food processor until smooth.
4. If serving hot, return to the pot, stir in the remaining ingredients until well-combined and heat the soup until warm.
5. Do not allow it to come to the boil.
6. If serving cold, transfer to a serving dish, stir in the remaining ingredients until well-combined.
7. Serve with warm crusty rolls.

fresh asparagus, celery, yellow onion, garlic, chicken broth, white wine, lemon zest, lemon juice, white pepper, whipping cream

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/asparagus-lemon-soup-121373 (may not work)