Categories: Main Dish, Pork, Soup

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, finely chopped (or 2)
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 12 ounces cooked ham, cut into 1/4-inch dice
• 2 cups milk
• 4 cups shredded gruyere cheese (tossed with 2 T. all-purpose flour)
• ground nutmeg (a pinch)
• salt
• fresh ground black pepper
• homemade croutons

Directions

1. In a big pot, melt butter over medium heat; add in onion; saute until softened, about 6 minutes.

2. Add in garlic; stir/saute for 1 minute; sprinkle with flour and saute for 1 minute.

3. Gradually whisk in stock; add asparagus and ham; cook, stirring often, until asparagus is just tender, about 8 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk and bring to a simmer; add cheese, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring with a wooden spoon after each addition until cheese is melted and blended; do not let boil.

4. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper to taste.

5. Ladle into heated bowls and garnish with croutons.

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