Garlic Bacon Wrapped Asparagus (Printable Version)
Tender asparagus bundles wrapped in crispy bacon with a hint of garlic, perfect as an appetizer or side dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
02 - 2 cloves garlic, 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
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
02 - Wash and trim the tough ends from the asparagus spears.
03 - In a large bowl, toss asparagus with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
04 - Divide asparagus into 8 bundles (about 3–4 spears per bundle).
05 - Wrap each bundle with a slice of bacon, spiraling from bottom to top. Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until bacon is crispy and asparagus is tender.
07 - Optionally, broil for an additional 1–2 minutes for extra crispiness.
08 - Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- The bacon keeps the asparagus incredibly tender while adding that perfect salty crunch everyone craves
- These bundles look fancy on a platter but come together in under ten minutes of prep time
02 -
- Place bundles seam side down so the bacon does not unwrap while cooking
- Letting the bundles rest for a couple minutes before serving helps them hold together better
03 -
- Pat asparagus dry before tossing with oil to help the coating stick better
- Use tongs to turn bundles halfway through cooking for even browning