No Guilt Cream of Asparagus Soup

• 2 bunches of asparagus, ends removed, and stalks sliced into 1 inch pieces
• 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp. light butter
• 1 tbsp. chopped garlic
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp. fat free sour cream
• Fresh ground pepper, to taste

In a large pot, melt butter over low heat. Add onion and increase heat to medium, sauté for 3 minutes. Add garlic and continue to cook, stirring continuously, 1 minute.

Add asparagus pieces and broth. Increase heat to bring to a boil. Once at a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, cover and cook 25 minutes, until asparagus is very tender. Remove from heat, add sour cream, and puree using a hand held blender. Season with fresh ground black pepper, to taste.

Enjoy!