Fresh Asparagus Soup w/ Dumplings
This is an old family recipe from my grandmother, Ella Nieweg. My Mom had a big Asparagus patch so she cooked this soup a lot when I was growing up. My family now enjoys this soup especially the dumplings but there never seems to be enough!
2 ½ c. fresh asparagus (cut into small pieces) Dumplings: 2 c. flour
3 med potatoes (small cubes) 2 eggs
1 small onion (chopped) 2 tsp baking powder
3 c. water ¾ c. milk
½ stick butter Mix together and set aside.
½ gallon milk
Salt and pepper to taste
In a large, place vegetables and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer until vegetables are tender. Add milk, butter, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and slowly add dumplings by dropping them by teaspoonful into soup. Reduce heat, put lid on and simmer for 10- 15 minutes. ENJOY!!!