Asparagus Wrapped In Bacon

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"Dinner party prep! Blanched asparagus wrapped with bacon with flaky sea salt & fresh black pepper just before baking I'll drizzle with a little compound butter"
-- @vodkaandbiscuits

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ingredients

  • 2 bunches asparagus
  • 1/2 pound bacon
  • salt & pepper, to taste
  • olive oil, as needed

Method

  • Step 1

    Prepare an ice bath by adding a tray of ice cubes to a large bowl of water.

  • Step 2

    Bring a large pot of water to boil and season with salt. Add asparagus and cook for about 2 minutes, or on until bright green.

  • Step 3

    Add asparagus to ice bath for about 2 minutes, then drain. 

  • Step 4

    When ready to serve, preheat oven to 425˚ F. Drizzle a baking tray with a bit of olive oil. Wrap a few asparagus spears in one peice of bacon, and season with salt and pepper. 

  • Step 5

    Bake for about 15 minutes, or until bacon is crispy.