8 asparagus stalks, washed, cut in pieces

1/2 cup rice, washed

4 tablespoons celery, washed, chopped fine

7 cups water

2 cups milk, scalded

seasonings to taste

Put all ingredients, except the milk, in a kettle. Cover. Let cook for about 40 minutes. Pass through a sieve. Put back in kettle, add the milk and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Then serve.