Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus
Crisp bacon and tender roasted asparagus make a simple side dish that works for weeknight dinners, holiday tables, and brunch.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh asparagus woody ends trimmed
- 8 slices bacon cut in half crosswise
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp maple syrup optional glaze
Instructions
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 425°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment.
- Toss the trimmed asparagus with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
- Gather 3 to 4 asparagus spears and wrap each bundle tightly with half a bacon slice, placing the seam underneath.
- Arrange the bundles on the sheet with space between them. Brush lightly with maple syrup if using.
- Roast for 18 to 22 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the asparagus is tender and the bacon is browned and crisp.
- Rest for 3 minutes, then serve warm.
Notes
Use medium-thick asparagus so it finishes tender as the bacon crisps.