– 1 Tbsp of neutral oil (vegetable, canola, etc.), or ¼ C of water
– 1 small onion, diced
– 6 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 in of ginger, minced (optional)
– 8 C of water
– 3 cubes of vegetable bouillon
– 3-4 lb of russet potatoes, chopped
– 15 oz of cannellini beans
– 1 bunch of asparagus
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Juice of ½ to 1 lemon, to taste