Roasted Bacon with Asparagus
Prep
12 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
One of my favorite weeknight dinners is this roasted bacon with asparagus because it comes together in just under 40 minutes total. The beauty of this dish is how simple it is, yet it feels fancy enough for company. Asparagus is packed with folate and vitamins that support heart health, and when you pair it with crispy bacon and nutty parmesan, you've got something truly special. Plus, there's minimal cleanup since everything roasts on one pan. The garlic and lemon zest add brightness that makes this so much more than just bacon and vegetables.
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Ingredients
- 12bacon strips(halved crosswise)
- ¾ kgfresh asparagus spears(trimmed and patted dry)
- 3 tablespoonsbutter(melted)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 2 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
- 118 mlparmesan cheese(freshly grated)
- ¾ teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper(freshly ground)
- ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes(optional)
- 1lemon zest(from one lemon)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Tip: A hot oven ensures the bacon crisps up quickly while the asparagus roasts perfectly.
- 2
Divide the asparagus spears into 4 equal bundles. Wrap 3 halved bacon pieces around the center of each asparagus bundle, securing them gently.
Tip: Overlapping the bacon slightly helps it cook evenly and hold the bundle together.
- 3
Arrange the bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, and olive oil until well combined.
Tip: Warming the butter helps the garlic infuse its flavor more effectively throughout the dish.
- 5
Brush the butter-garlic mixture generously over each bacon and asparagus bundle, ensuring even coverage on all sides.
- 6
Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) evenly over all the bundles.
Tip: Season generously—the bacon and asparagus will absorb the flavors as they roast.
- 7
Roast in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, until the bacon is crispy and the asparagus tips are tender and slightly caramelized.
Tip: Check at the 20-minute mark; bacon thickness varies and may cook faster than expected.
- 8
Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle the freshly grated parmesan cheese and lemon zest over the hot bundles while they're still steaming.
Tip: Adding cheese while hot allows it to slightly melt and adhere to the bacon and asparagus.
- 9
Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately while the bacon is still crispy and warm.
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