Chicken Asparagus Soup Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 2 pounds thin fresh asparagus
• 2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 celery ribs, chopped
• 1 medium carrot, chopped
• 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 cups cubed cooked chicken
• 2 cups half-and-half cream
• Shaved Parmesan cheese, optional