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Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
These bacon wrapped asparagus bundles are an easy yet elegant side dish that's sure to garner rave reviews! The asparagus stalks are wrapped in bacon, coated in a brown sugar glaze and roasted to perfection.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 169 kcal
1 lb thick asparagus stalks trimmed 4 slices bacon do not use thick cut 2 tablespoons butter melted 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon chopped parsley optional
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Divide the asparagus stalks into 4 bundles. Tightly wrap one slice of bacon around each bundle.
In a small bowl mix together the butter, garlic powder, brown sugar and pepper.
Arrange the asparagus bundles on a baking sheet and drizzle the butter mixture over the top.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until bacon is crispy. Serve, sprinkled with parsley if desired.
Calories: 169 kcal | Carbohydrates: 5 g | Protein: 5 g | Fat: 14 g | Saturated Fat: 6 g | Cholesterol: 29 mg | Sodium: 198 mg | Potassium: 272 mg | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 3 g | Vitamin A: 1030 IU | Vitamin C: 6.4 mg | Calcium: 27 mg | Iron: 2.5 mg