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Asparagus Pale Ale Soup

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Ingredients
  

  • 3 tbs unsalted butter
  • 1 large sweet white onion chopped
  • 2 pounds asparagus trimmed
  • 5 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 2/3 cup pale ale

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot or Dutch oven heat the butter over medium high heat. Add the onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the asparagus and cook until slightly darkened, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the broth and cook until asparagus has softened, about 10 minutes, remove from heat.
  • Using a blender, food processor or immersion blender, puree until very smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in cream and return to heat, brining to a gentle simmer. Remove from heat, stir in beer.