Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles

Name: Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 10 serving(s)
Ingredients: 5 strips bacon; 1 1/2 lb. asparagus, trimmed; 1 tbsp. olive oil; 1/2 tsp. kosher salt; Black pepper, to taste; 2 tbsp. maple syrup

You'll love this sweet and savory side.

By Ree DrummondPublished: Feb 22, 2021

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bacon wrapped asparagus bundles on easter platter

RYAN LIEBE

Yields:

10 serving(s)

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

50 mins

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Besides being elegant, this easy side dish only requires 15 minutes of prep!

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Directions

1. Step 1Preheat the oven to 425 ̊. Place a rack on a rimmed baking sheet. Cut each strip of bacon in half lengthwise. Divide the asparagus into 10 bunches and wind half a bacon strip around each bunch. Drizzle the asparagus bundles with the olive oil, gently turning to make sure the tips are well coated.
2. Step 2Arrange the asparagus bundles on the prepared rack. Season with the salt and a few grinds of pepper. Brush the bacon with the maple syrup.
3. Step 3Roast until the asparagus is tender and the bacon is crispy and caramelized, 30 to 35 minutes.

Shop for slightly thicker asparagus. It will hold its shape better in the oven, while the bacon gets crispy.

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