Asparagus and Cheese Soup

INGREDIENTS                                                                              28 -35 min

750 g fresh asparagus
 2 onions, thinly sliced
1 litre stock
3 tablespoons olive oil
 125 g cream cheese Salt Pepper

PREPARATION 

Place the oil and onion in a microwaveable dish.
 Cook uncovered for 3-4 minutes at 750 W.
Cut off the asparagus tips and set aside.
Cut the asparagus spears into 5 cm slices, making sure you discard the woody end, and combine with the onion.
Cook uncovered for 5 minutes at 750 W.
Add the stock, cover, and cook for a further 15-20 minutes at 500 W, stirring from time to time.
 Stir in the cream cheese and blend until you are left with a smooth creamy mixture.
 Add the asparagus tips. Heat at 750 W for 5-6 minutes.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.