Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Bundles (Print version)
Tender asparagus bundles wrapped in crispy bacon, oven-roasted to perfection for an easy savory appetizer or side dish.
# Ingredient List:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 lb fresh asparagus spears, woody ends trimmed
→ Meats
02 - 8 slices thin-cut bacon
→ Seasonings
03 - 1 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1/4 tsp sea salt
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
02 - Rinse asparagus under cold water and pat dry. Snap off tough woody ends or trim with a knife. Divide into 8 equal bundles, about 4-6 spears each depending on thickness.
03 - Place asparagus bundles in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Toss gently to coat evenly.
04 - Wrap each asparagus bundle with one slice of bacon, starting at the tip and spiraling toward the cut end, overlapping slightly. Place bundles seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Bake for 18-22 minutes until bacon is crisp and asparagus is tender-crisp. For extra crispy bacon, switch to broil for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching closely to prevent burning.
06 - Transfer to a serving platter using tongs. Serve hot while bacon remains crispy. Great alongside grilled meats or as part of a brunch spread.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The bacon stays crispy while the asparagus gets perfectly tender, no mushy vegetables here
- Ready in 30 minutes with almost zero active work, leaving you free to handle everything else
02 -
- If your asparagus spears are very thick, consider blanching them for 2 minutes before wrapping to ensure they are done when the bacon crisps
- Position the bacon seam-side down and it will seal itself during cooking, preventing unwrapping
03 -
- Use thin-cut bacon and stretch it slightly as you wrap to get more coverage per slice
- If the bacon ends are unraveling, secure them with a toothpick but remember to remove before serving