My Easy & Luscious Recipe for Cream of Asparagus Soup

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable stock or chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish)