MOM'S CREAMY ASPARAGUS SOUP

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Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 slices lean bacon
6 tbsp butter (Knorr Leek Soup mix)
1 red onion (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
4 tbsp flour
2 cups half and half
1 cup water
1.8 oz Knorr Leek Soup mix (1 package)
2 bunches asparagus (about 40 spears, rinsed)
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/8 tsp marjoram
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Snap off bottoms of asparagus spears. Cut tops into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
Cut bacon into bite-sized pieces and saute in a large saucepan until fat has been rendered and bacon is golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Add butter and onion to pan and saute until onions are transparent. Add garlic and continue cooking for 2-3 more minutes.
Stir in flour until well combined.
Stir in half and half, water, and soup mix.
Add asparagus to the pan.
Cook on low for 30 minutes or until asparagus is slightly tender.
Stir in wine, marjoram and salt and pepper to taste.
Serve immediately.
Makes 4 servings