Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

Dale’s Bacon Wrapped Asparagus is a great side or snack. This simple recipe calls for Dale's and fresh asparagus, and one of our favorite things - bacon. Try pairing Dale’s Bacon Wrapped Asparagus with Lemony Herb Chicken for a great family dinner!

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Yields6 Servings
Prep Time5 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time15 mins
 12 Slices of bacon
 1.50 tbsp olive oil
 1.50 tbsp toasted sesame oil
 1 tbsp Dale's Seasoning
 1.50 tbsp brown sugar
 1 garlic clove, minced or pressed
 1 lb bunch of asparagus, about 20-25 spears, trimmed
 0.50 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2

Cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until just beginning to brown but is still pliable, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain bacon slices on a paper towel lined plate, then cut in half crosswise.

3

Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Spray the rack with nonstick spray.

4

In a small bowl, whisk together Dale’s Seasoning, brown sugar and garlic, then set aside.

5

Wrap half a piece of bacon around center of each asparagus spear tightly; secure both ends of bacon with toothpicks. Place on prepared rack, then brush spears thoroughly with the prepared marinade.

6

Bake until asparagus is very tender and bacon is crisp, about 20 minutes.

7

Remove toothpicks and place on a serving platter, then top with sesame seeds. Serve warm.

Ingredients

 12 Slices of bacon
 1.50 tbsp olive oil
 1.50 tbsp toasted sesame oil
 1 tbsp Dale's Seasoning
 1.50 tbsp brown sugar
 1 garlic clove, minced or pressed
 1 lb bunch of asparagus, about 20-25 spears, trimmed
 0.50 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Directions

1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2

Cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until just beginning to brown but is still pliable, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain bacon slices on a paper towel lined plate, then cut in half crosswise.

3

Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Spray the rack with nonstick spray.

4

In a small bowl, whisk together Dale’s Seasoning, brown sugar and garlic, then set aside.

5

Wrap half a piece of bacon around center of each asparagus spear tightly; secure both ends of bacon with toothpicks. Place on prepared rack, then brush spears thoroughly with the prepared marinade.

6

Bake until asparagus is very tender and bacon is crisp, about 20 minutes.

7

Remove toothpicks and place on a serving platter, then top with sesame seeds. Serve warm.

Bacon Wrapped Asparagus