Asparagus Cheese Soup For Two

• 2 cups water, divided
• 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
• 1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 3/4 pound fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
• 4 slices process American cheese, cut up
• 1 bacon strip, cooked and crumbled

1. In a small skillet, combine 1 cup water, bouillon, seasoned salt, lemon-pepper and white pepper. Add asparagus. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until asparagus is tender. Remove asparagus; cool slightly.
2. Cut off several asparagus tips and set aside. Cut remaining asparagus into larger pieces. Place asparagus pieces and cooking liquid in a blender or food processor; cover and process until smooth. In a saucepan, combine asparagus mixture and remaining water; heat through. Reduce heat; stir in cheese just until melted. Garnish with bacon bits and reserved asparagus tips.

water, chicken bouillon granules, salt, lemonpepper seasoning, white pepper, american cheese, bacon

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/asparagus-cheese-soup-for-two/ (may not work)