Asparagus and Broccoli Soup - The Measured Scoop

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 pound asparagus, ends trimmed and cut into 1" pieces
• 12 ounces broccoli, roughly minced
• 1 1/2 cups diced shallot (about 5 ounces)
• 1 large carrot stick, peeled and roughly diced
• 1 large gold potato, peeled and diced
• 2-3 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4th teaspoon cayenne
• 1 quart low-sodium vegetable broth (SEE NOTE)
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 8 ounces creme fraiche
• fresh dill
• sliced almonds, toasted
• fried garlic, store-bought or homemade