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Cheesy Bacon and Asparagus Soup

Fresh shaved asparagus that is bursting with flavor is what makes this Cheesy Bacon and Asparagus Soup so special.  Each spring we are blessed with an abundant crop of these tiny tender sprouts.  

This cheesy soup is so simple to make and is ready in under 40 minutes.  Made with only 7 ingredients, this easy asparagus soup recipe will become your favorite.  

Cheesy Bacon and Asparagus Soup
Cheesy Bacon and Asparagus Soup

What Can I Do with Lots of Asparagus?

This recipe uses 1 pound of asparagus. One of Michigan’s first crop of the season, asparagus can be grilled, sautéed, Air Fried, and a number of different ways to cook it.  I enjoy the tender first picking of this green asparagus the most.    

How Do You Make Asparagus Soup from Scratch?

Gather all of your ingredients.  

Cheesy Bacon and Asparagus Soup Ingredients
Cheesy Bacon and Asparagus Soup Ingredients

I prefer to trim a little bit of the excess fat off of the bacon.  Cut the bacon into small pieces.  

Rinse your asparagus with fresh water and cut off the tough section of the bottom.  With a mandolin, slice the asparagus long ways making sure to use the guide to protect your hands.  

Shaved Asparagus
Shaved Asparagus

Another way to shred the asparagus is by using a hand peeler.  You can also choose not to slice the asparagus.  Instead cut it up into one-inch pieces.  

In a medium stock pot over medium heat add the diced bacon and cook for 7 minutes or until the bacon is slightly crispy.  Stir occasionally making sure not to burn the bottom of the pan. You want crispy bacon bits but not burnt bacon.  

Toss in the shredded asparagus and sauté with the bacon making sure to combine all together.  Cook for 4 minutes.  

Add the chicken broth and the seasoning to the pan with the asparagus and bacon.  Stir the soup to combine and cook for an additional 10 minutes.  

In the meantime, make the roux to help thicken the soup.  Use a small saucepan, melt the butter.  With a whisk, combine the flour with the melted butter.  Cook for 3 minutes while stirring the mixture to prevent burning.  

Combine the roux with the asparagus mixture and stir to incorporate.  Turn the burner to low so the asparagus soup with bacon is just simmering.

The Velveeta cheese is the next thing to add to the bacon asparagus soup.  Once the cheese is all melted the last step is to add the milk.  Taste the creamy bacon asparagus soup and adjust the seasonings if needed.  

Instant Pot Recipe for Cheesy Bacon and Shaved Asparagus Soup

Press the sauté button and add the diced bacon.  Stir and cook until bacon is starting to get crispy.  

Toss in the shredded asparagus and combine.  Cook for 4 minutes.  Add the chicken broth and the seasonings.  Stir to combine.  Cook for 10 minutes.  

In the meantime, make the roux to help thicken the soup.  Use a small saucepan, melt the butter.  With a whisk, combine the flour with the melted butter.  Cook for 3 minutes while stirring the mixture to prevent burning.  

Combine the roux with the asparagus mixture and stir to incorporate.  Press the Instant Pot – Slow Cooker, low button so the asparagus soup with bacon is just simmering.

The Velveeta cheese is the next thing to add to the bacon asparagus soup.  Once the cheese is all melted the last step is to add the milk.  Taste the creamy bacon asparagus soup and adjust the seasonings if needed.   

More Asparagus Recipes

Do you have an abundance of asparagus? Try this Air Fryer Asparagus recipe. You won’t be disappointed!!

Creamy Bacon and Asparagus Soup – FAQ

Can I eat woody ends of asparagus?

You can eat it, but I would not recommend eating the woody ends of asparagus. They are stringy in texture and lack the great asparagus flavor.

Yield: 2 Quarts

Cheesy Bacon and Asparagus Soup

Cheesy Bacon and Asparagus Soup

Fresh shaved asparagus that is bursting with flavor is what makes this Cheesy Bacon and Asparagus Soup so special. Each spring we are blessed with an abundant crop of these tiny tender sprouts. This cheesy soup is so simple to make and is ready in under 40 minutes. Made with only 7 ingredients, this easy asparagus soup recipe will become your favorite.

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • Bacon, diced small 6 oz
  • Asparagus, shaved 1 lb
  • Chicken Broth 32 oz
  • Lawry's Seasoning Salt 1/2 teaspoon
  • Morton's Seasonings 1/4 teaspoon
  • Butter 6 Tablespoons
  • Flour, All Purpose 6 Tablespoons
  • Velveeta Cheese 8 oz
  • Milk 2 cups

Instructions

  1. Gather all of your ingredients.
  2. I prefer to trim a little bit of the excess fat off of the bacon. Cut the bacon into small pieces.
  3. Rinse your asparagus with fresh water and cut off the tough section of the bottom. With a mandolin, slice the asparagus long ways making sure to use the guide to protect your hands. Another way to shred the asparagus is by using a hand peeler. You can also choose not to slice the asparagus. Instead cut it up into one-inch pieces.
  4. In a medium stock pot over medium heat add the diced bacon and cook for 7 minutes or until the bacon is slightly crispy. Stir occasionally making sure not to burn the bottom of the pan. You want crispy bacon bits but not burnt bacon.
  5. Toss in the shredded asparagus and sauté with the bacon making sure to combine all together. Cook for 4 minutes.
  6. Add the chicken broth and the seasoning to the pan with the asparagus and bacon. Stir the soup to combine and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
  7. In the meantime, make the roux to help thicken the soup. Use a small saucepan, melt the butter. With a whisk, combine the flour with the melted butter. Cook for 3 minutes while stirring the mixture to prevent burning.
  8. Combine the roux with the asparagus mixture and stir to incorporate. Turn the burner to low so the asparagus soup with bacon is just simmering.
  9. The Velveeta cheese is the next thing to add to the bacon asparagus soup. Once the cheese is all melted the last step is to add the milk.
  10. Taste the creamy bacon asparagus soup and adjust the seasonings if needed.

Notes

Instant Pot Recipe
Press the sauté button and add the diced bacon. Stir and cook until bacon is starting to get crispy. Toss in the shredded asparagus and combine. Cook for 4 minutes. Add the chicken broth and the seasonings. Stir to combine. Cook for 10 minutes. In the meantime, make the roux to help thicken the soup. Use a small saucepan, melt the butter. With a whisk, combine the flour with the melted butter. Cook for 3 minutes while stirring the mixture to prevent burning. Combine the roux with the asparagus mixture and stir to incorporate. Press the Instant Pot – Slow Cooker, low button so the asparagus soup with bacon is just simmering. The Velveeta cheese is the next thing to add to the bacon asparagus soup. Once the cheese is all melted the last step is to add the milk. Taste the creamy bacon asparagus soup and adjust the seasonings if needed.

Nutrition Information

Yield

8

Serving Size

1

Amount Per Serving Calories 333Total Fat 24gSaturated Fat 13gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 74mgSodium 1443mgCarbohydrates 14gFiber 1gSugar 4gProtein 17g

Calculated Nutrition Disclaimer Note: For exact nutritional information, consult your dietitian. All nutritional information is simply a guideline.

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By on May 16th, 2020
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2 Comments on “Cheesy Bacon and Asparagus Soup”

  1. This was really good! I was skeptical as I’ve only made asparagus soup where you blend to make smooth. I’ve made it twice, first time as written and 2nd time I added diced white onion and diced carrots when I added in the asparagus, we enjoyed it both ways. Thanks a a fun and yummy spin on asparagus soup!

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