Sara Smith
@joysmith
Creamy Crab Asparagus Soup
This easy and delicious creamy crab and asparagus soup is perfect for a comforting meal. With the rich flavors of crabmeat, crispy bacon, and fresh asparagus, it's a delightful dish that can be enjoyed any time of the year.
Details
- Meal Type:dinner
- Diet:pescatarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:11
- Views:8
Recipe Information
- Prep time25 min.
- Cook time35 min.
- Total time60 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 2 slices, diced small
- 1/2 cup, minced
- 1 clove, crushed
- 1/2 cup, diced
- 1 cup, diced
- 3/4 cup, trimmed and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
- 8 ounces
- 2 cups
- 1 cup
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Creamy Crab Asparagus Soup.
Step 1
Start by heating a saucepan over medium-high heat, then add the diced bacon and minced onion.
Step 2
Sauté them together until the onion turns a lovely translucent color, which should take about 7 to 10 minutes.
Step 3
Next, stir in the crushed garlic and diced yellow bell pepper, letting them mingle with the bacon for another 2 minutes.
Step 4
Now it’s time to bring in the star ingredients: add the diced potato, asparagus, and crabmeat to the mix.
Step 5
Pour in the skim milk and half-and-half, then season with salt and black pepper.
Step 6
Gently stir everything together and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Step 7
Once it’s bubbling nicely, reduce the heat to medium and let it cook until the potatoes are tender, which will take around 20 to 30 minutes.
Step 8
As the flavors meld together, your kitchen will fill with a delightful aroma that promises a delicious meal ahead!.