Garlic Bacon Wrapped Asparagus (Printable Version)
Crispy bacon bundles with tender garlic-seasoned asparagus spears
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 lb fresh asparagus spears, woody ends trimmed
02 - 2 cloves garlic, freshly minced
→ Meats
03 - 8 slices thin-cut bacon
→ Seasonings & Oils
04 - 1 tbsp olive oil
05 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
06 - 1/4 tsp 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 spears under cold water and pat dry. Snap off tough woody ends or trim with a sharp knife.
03 - Place asparagus in a large mixing bowl. Add olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently until spears are evenly coated.
04 - Divide seasoned asparagus into 8 equal bundles, each containing approximately 3-4 spears depending on thickness.
05 - Wrap one bacon slice around each asparagus bundle in a spiral motion, starting from the bottom and working upward. Place bundles seam-side down on prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake for 18-20 minutes until bacon renders fat and becomes crispy, and asparagus is tender when pierced with a fork.
07 - For extra crispy bacon, switch oven to broil and cook for 1-2 additional minutes. Watch closely to prevent burning.
08 - Transfer bundles to a serving platter using tongs. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Bacon and asparagus were meant to be together, and the garlic ties everything into something irresistible
- These bundles look fancy but come together in minutes, making you look like a kitchen genius
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- Thick asparagus stays raw inside while thin bacon burns, so match your asparagus thickness to your bacon
- Starting bacon at the thicker end helps it stay wrapped as it shrinks during cooking
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- Pat the asparagus completely dry before tossing with oil or the garlic will slide right off
- Use tongs to arrange bundles on the baking sheet so you do not disrupt the bacon wrapping