Garlic Bacon Wrapped Asparagus (Print Version)
Tender asparagus bundles wrapped in crispy bacon with garlic, ready in 30 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 lb fresh asparagus spears, 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
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
02 - Wash asparagus spears and trim the tough woody ends from the bottom.
03 - Combine asparagus, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Toss until evenly coated.
04 - Divide seasoned asparagus into 8 equal bundles, using approximately 3–4 spears per bundle.
05 - Wrap each asparagus bundle with a slice of bacon, spiraling from the base to the tip. Place bundles seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake for 18–20 minutes until bacon is crispy and asparagus is tender-crisp.
07 - For extra crispy bacon, broil for an additional 1–2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
08 - Transfer bundles to a serving platter using tongs. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The bacon renders down creating its own garlicky glaze that coats the asparagus
- These look fancy but come together in under 10 minutes of active prep time
02 -
- Pat the asparagus dry before tossing with oil or the seasonings will slide right off
- Securing the bacon with a toothpick prevents unraveling but remember to remove before serving
03 -
- Stretch each bacon slice slightly before wrapping to get more coverage
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the bundles during the last 3 minutes of baking