Asparagus Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Melt butter in large saucepan over medium heat.
2. 2
   Add onion, salt, pepper and red pepper; cook 5 minutes or until onion is softened.
3. 3
   Add garlic; cook 1 minute.
4. 4
   Add asparagus; cook 5 minutes or until crisply tender.
5. 5
   Add broth; cook over medium heat until mixture just comes to a boil.
6. 6
   Remove from heat; stir in spinach until wilted.
7. 7
   Puree soup using immersion blender or 5-cup blender.
8. 8
   Divide mixture among 4 soup bowls.
9. 9
   Top with shaved asparagus, if desired.