THE BEST BACON-WRAPPED ASPARAGUS BUNDLES
Seriously... there are none better than these. I took the skeleton of a recipe and made it my own. Full of flavour! Make your dinner guests DREAM of this dish. If you don't think these are the greatest asparagus/bacon bundles after making them... then I just don't know what to think! ;)
Provided by Sunny Castaneda
Categories Other Side Dishes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 400. Spray the top portion of a broiling pan with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
- 2. Add chicken stock and some salt to a saute pan. Place on stove top on medium heat. Bring to light boil. (I also add garlic powder here because I really like garlic, but that's optional.)
- 3. Meanwhile, wash asparagus bundle and while rubber bands are still on, cut off the bottom couple of inches of the stalks. (These can be tough and difficult to eat.) Remove rubber bands.
- 4. When stock is lightly boiling, drop the stalks in, all facing the same direction. Reduce heat to simmer the asparagus for about 5-7 minutes. (Do not overcook. If the asparagus starts to lose too much green colour, take them out.)
- 5. While asparagus cooks, in a baking dish or bowl, combine the flavoured oil ingredients. (I didn't add measurements for the seasoning as each cook is different and prefers more or less of each thing. I always add LOTS of the red and black pepper which compliments the bacon well.)
- 6. Transfer stalks from pan to dish with flavoured oil. Toss stalks to thoroughly coat each one. Allow asparagus to cool in the oil for at least 5 minutes. [Save your stock if you want. I do and the veggie flavour adds a whole new element to it. (I use it to cook rice in.)]
- 7. Divide the stalks evenly. A good bundle is about 6-7 stalks. Count your stalks and divide them. (If you have an extra or two... no harm in tasting them. No one will ever know! We wouldn't want uneven bundles!) Take a strip of bacon and wrap it around a bundle about three times. Tuck the ends in so the bacon doesn't unfurl while cooking. (Do not overlap the bacon TOO much. A little is fine. Refer to pictures.)
- 8. Arrange bundles on the broiler pan with some space between each one. Place in the oven and cook 15-20 mins or until bacon is cooked on top. Cooking time will depend on thickness of bacon. (Sometimes, I finish them up with the broiler on for a couple mins.) If the tips of the asparagus are looking too done, take them out.
- 9. Allow to cool no more than 5 mins. They get cold fast if you're not careful. Serve as a side dish or appetizer. ENJOY!
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Deepak Batala
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious side dish. The asparagus is a good source of vitamins and minerals, and the bacon adds a little bit of protein.
Rohim Miya
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this recipe. The salty bacon, the tender asparagus, and the creamy cheese are a perfect match.
Faisal Malek
[email protected]These bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles are the perfect party food. They're easy to make ahead of time and they're always a hit with guests.
Hakim Kak
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and I've never been disappointed. The asparagus is always cooked perfectly and the bacon is always crispy.
Md Kibria
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The asparagus and bacon cook up in just a few minutes and the whole dish is ready in under 30 minutes.
Koshika Dahal
[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so versatile. You can use different types of bacon, asparagus, and cheese to create different flavor combinations.
Indiphile Mxunyelwa
[email protected]These bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles are the perfect appetizer or side dish. They're easy to make and always a hit with guests.
mursalin irshad
[email protected]I tried this recipe for the first time last night and it turned out great! The asparagus was tender and juicy, and the bacon was crispy and flavorful.
Patience Alexur
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for bacon-wrapped asparagus. It's simple, delicious, and always a hit with my family and friends.
Ayesha Naz
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The asparagus is cooked perfectly and the bacon adds a nice salty flavor.
Juliet folivi
[email protected]These bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles were a hit at my last party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.