Creamy Asparagus Soup

Directions

Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

Add the onion and celery and cook, stirring often, until soft but not brown.

Add the stock and bring to a boil.

Add the asparagus; simmer for 5 minutes.

Add salt, pepper, and mace.

Remove from heat. Slowly stir in the cream.

Reheat gently.

Serve in bowls garnished with hard-cooked egg.