Cream of Asparagus Soup

Ingredients

• 1/2 stick Hiland Unsalted Butter
• 1/2 Onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
• 1 Clove Garlic, crushed
• Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper, as needed
• 2 pounds Asparagus, ends trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 6 cups Chicken Stock
• 1 pint Hiland Sour Cream, room temperature
• 2 teaspoons Paprika, for garnish