Creamy Asparagus Potato Soup
In this fast asparagus soup recipe, potato adds creaminess without adding cream. Double or triple this soup and freeze the leftovers for a quick lunch.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil plus 1 1/2 tablespoons, divided
- 1 medium shallot, chopped
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup diced peeled potato
- 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish, or to taste
- ΒΌ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole-wheat country bread cubes (1/4 inch)
- sliced scallion greens for garnish