Asparagus & Pea Soup

This is a great recipe to make with leftover asparagus.
It makes about 2-3 cups of soup.

Ingredients

1 Tbs olive oil
1 TBS chopped shallot, or white onion
8 asparagus stocks (trimmed)
2 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 cup fresh or frozen peas
1 handful of fresh spinach
salt & pepper
1 TBS cream, yogurt  (optional)


Directions

Heat a small pot over medium heat, and add the olive oil and onions. Gentle fry till soft.
Add the asparagus (cooked or raw) and stir for a few minutes. Add the broth, salt & pepper. Add the peas and spinach and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer on low for 5 minutes.
Cool slightly, then add the mixture to a Vitamix or blender and blend for about 1-2 minutes till smooth. Add the cream and mix. Add more salt & pepper if necessary.

Serve with a sprig of parsley.