Asparagus Soup - Roots Food Group Recipes for health

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-to-3-inch pieces
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1⁄2 onion, chopped
• 32 oz vegetable or chicken stock
• 4 Tbsp. green onion, parsley, or basil, chopped (optional)
• 4 Tbsp. heavy cream (can substitute with 1⁄2 & 1⁄2 or milk)
• Salt and pepper to taste