Asparagus Soup

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Asparagus Soup

1 pound asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 small onion, coarsely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 celery stalk, sliced
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup fat free half-n-half
pinch of nutmeg (optional)
dash of hot pepper sauce
toasted almonds (optional)

Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium-sized pan over high heat. Add the asparagus and cover. Cook until almost tender, about 4 minutes. Reserve liquid. Heat oil in pan and saute onion, garlic, and celery for a few minutes. Add the asparagus, chicken broth, half and half and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Cook on low heat for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Puree mixture in blender. Reheat, adjust seasoning and serve with toasted almonds on top. Serves 6

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