Creamy Ham and Asparagus Soup Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
• 1 medium carrot, julienned
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 small onions, quartered
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
• 1 jar (2-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
• 1 cup half-and-half cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese, optional
• Chopped fresh parsley, optional