Cajun Creamy Asparagus Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 cups asparagus, thick ends removed, chopped
• 1 onion, minced
• 2 ½ cups water
• ¼ cup butter
• 1 cup evaporated milk
• ½ cube chicken bouillon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 tablespoons cornstarch, dissolved in ½ cup water
• ½ cup grated cheddar cheese
  

Directions:

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2. Add the asparagus and onions and cook until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove and drain.
3. Transfer to a food processor and puree until smooth.
4. Strain the mixture through a strainer or cheesecloth.
5. In a medium stockpot, combine the strained asparagus mixture, butter, water, milk, bouillon, salt, and cornstarch mixture.
6. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring to prevent clumps.
7. Reduce to medium and cook until smooth and thick, 5 to 10 minutes, stirring.
8. Add grated cheese, whisk until smooth, and serve immediately.