Asparagus Soup

Ingredients:

1 bunch apsparagus
2 liter water
3 tsp salt
3 Tbs sugar
1/4 c butter
3 Tbs flour
1/2 c cream

Cut tips from asparagus and set aside.  Place stalks in a stockpot.  Add 2 liters of water, salt and sugar.  Lightly boil for 1 hour.  Remove asparagus stalks and discard.  In a small pot, melt butter with flour to make a roux.  Add to liquid and mix until smooth.  Add salt, pepper and sugar as needed to taste.  Add cream and sliced asparagus tips.  Cook 10-15 min.