asparagus and yukon gold potato soup with crab and chive sour cream

Author of this recipe: Tyson Keser

Creamy asparagus & Yukon gold potato soup with succulent crab and zesty chive sour cream—perfect for seafood lovers! #CrabSoup #AsparagusSoup #PotatoSoup #SeafoodDishes

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Ingredients

• - Fresh asparagus (1 lb)
• - Yukon Gold potatoes (2 large, peeled and diced)
• - Onion (1 medium, finely chopped)
• - Garlic cloves (3, minced)
• - Chicken or vegetable broth (4 cups)
• - Heavy cream (1 cup)
• - Crab meat (8 oz, fresh or high-quality canned)
• - Chives (1/4 cup, finely chopped)
• - Sour cream (6 oz)
• - Salt to taste
• - Black pepper to taste
• - Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
• - Vegetable stock powder (1 teaspoon for extra flavor)
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Steps

1. ### Asparagus and Yukon Gold Potato Soup with Crab and Chive Sour Cream
3. #### Ingredients:
4. - 4 cups asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
5. - 2 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced (about 3 cups)
6. - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
7. - 1 medium onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
8. - 4 cloves garlic, minced
9. - 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
10. - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
11. - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
12. - 1 pound lump crabmeat
13. - 1 cup sour cream
14. - Chopped chives for garnish
16. #### Equipment:
17. - Large pot or Dutch oven
18. - Blender (optional)
19. - Ladle
21. ### Step-by-Step Instructions:
23. #### Preparation:
24. 1. **Trim the Asparagus**: Remove and discard the tough ends of the asparagus spears, then cut into 1-inch pieces.
26. 2. **Pare and Dice Potatoes**: Peel and dice the Yukon Gold potatoes into small cubes (about 1/4 inch).
28. 3. **Chop Onion and Garlic**: Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
30. #### Cooking Process:
31. 1. **Sauté Vegetables**: In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
33. 2. **Add Asparagus and Potatoes**: Add the diced asparagus and potato cubes to the pot. Stir well to coat with butter and vegetables.
35. 3. **Pour in Broth**: Pour in chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
37. 4. **Simmer Vegetables**: Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until both asparagus and potatoes are tender.
39. 5. **Blend (Optional)**: For a smoother soup, transfer half of the soup to a blender and blend until smooth. Return blended mixture to pot. Alternatively, you can skip blending for a chunky texture.
41. #### Flavoring:
42. 1. **Add Nutmeg**: Stir in ground nutmeg, salt, and pepper to taste.
44. 2. **Cook Crabmeat**: Add lump crabmeat to the soup and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until heated through but not falling apart.
46. #### Serving with Sour Cream Topper:
47. 1. **Prepare Chive Sour Cream Mixture**: In a small bowl, mix together sour cream and chopped chives.
49. 2. **Ladle Soup**: Ladle the asparagus and potato soup into bowls.
51. 3. **Garnish**: Spoon the chive sour cream on top of each serving to add a tangy finish.
53. ### Tips for Perfect Soup:
54. - Use fresh crabmeat for maximum flavor.
55. - Ensure potatoes are cut evenly to ensure consistent cooking.
56. - Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or nutmeg as needed.
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59. - Asparagus Soup
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65. Enjoy your delicious Asparagus and Yukon Gold Potato Soup with Crab and Chive Sour Cream! This hearty yet elegant soup is perfect for a cozy dinner or special occasion.

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