Description
Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Bundles are a delightful mix of crispy bacon and tender asparagus. Perfect for holiday dinners, casual meals, or elegant appetizers, this dish combines simplicity with elegance. The garlic and olive oil seasoning enhances the natural flavors, making it both easy to prepare and incredibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch of fresh asparagus (trimmed, woody ends removed)
- 8–10 slices of thin-cut bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1 tablespoon brown sugar (for a sweet-savory twist)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Prepare the Asparagus: Wash and trim the asparagus by snapping off the woody ends. Divide the spears into bundles of 3–5 spears each, depending on their thickness.
- Season the Asparagus: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Brush this mixture evenly over the asparagus spears.
- Wrap with Bacon: Wrap each asparagus bundle with a slice of bacon, spiraling it upward from the bottom. Secure the bacon ends with toothpicks if needed.
- Optional Sweet Touch: If using brown sugar, sprinkle it over the bacon-wrapped bundles to create a caramelized glaze as they bake.
- Bake: Arrange the bundles on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out for even cooking. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the asparagus is tender.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, discard toothpicks if used, and serve immediately.