| 1 | Clean asparagus & cut into 1 inch pieces. |
| 2 | Combine asparagus & ?c. water in a 3 quart casserole. |
| 3 | Cover with plastic wrap, turn back one corner to vent & microwave on high for 5 min. let stand 3 min. add remaining 3 cups water, potatoes & bouillon granules to asparagus mixture. |
| 4 | Cover with plastic & vent. |
| 5 | Microwave at high for 10 min., stirring once. |
| 6 | Reduce power to medium & microwave 15 to 18 min. let mixture cool slightly. |
| 7 | Pour about 1/3 of mixture into processor & process until smooth. |
| 8 | Transfer mixture to a large bowl. |
| 9 | Repeat procedure with remainingasparagus mixture. |
| 10 | Stir in milk, salt & pepper. |
| 11 | Cover & chill about 8 hours. |
| 12 | Stir well before serving. |
| 13 | Garnish with lemon rind strips. |
| 14 | (fat 0.Chol. 0). |
