Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles with Sweet Garlic Glaze
Indulge in these delectable Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles, a perfect side dish that elevates any meal with its rich and semi-sweet flavor profile. Exceeding all expectations, this dish combines tender asparagus spears wrapped in crispy bacon, topped with a luscious sweet garlic glaze. Ideal for festive occasions like Thanksgiving and Christmas, or simply as a delightful addition to your everyday dinners, these bundles are sure to impress your family and guests alike. The contrast of flavors and textures, from the crispy bacon to the tender asparagus, creates a symphony of taste that will leave everyone wanting more. Enjoy this culinary gem year-round and share your thoughts on this unforgettable dish!
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Servings
150
Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
Asparagus Spears or Green Beans
20 ounces (drained and pat dry)
Bacon
1/2 lb (cut into halves)
Garlic
2 cloves (minced or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder)
Light Brown Sugar
1/3 cup (firmly packed)
Butter or Margarine
1/3 cup (cut into pieces)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) for a quicker bake or 350°F (175°C) for a more gradual cook.
2
Carefully drain the asparagus spears or green beans and pat them dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture.
3
Take approximately 5 asparagus spears or green beans and wrap them with half a slice of bacon, securing the ends with a toothpick. Repeat this step until all the vegetables are wrapped.
4
Arrange the wrapped bundles neatly in a greased casserole dish.
5
In a small saucepan, combine the minced garlic (or garlic powder), brown sugar, and butter over medium heat. Simmer the mixture for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is well combined and slightly thickened.
6
Pour the sweet garlic glaze generously over the bacon-wrapped bundles in the casserole dish, ensuring they are evenly coated.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes at 375°F or 35 minutes at 350°F, or until the bacon is crispy and the bundles are tender and heated through.
8
Remove from the oven, let them cool for a minute, and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
10.4g
Fat
11g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is called Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles with Sweet Garlic Glaze.
Can I use a substitute for asparagus in this recipe?
Yes, you can use green beans instead of asparagus spears.
What oven temperature should I use for a quicker bake?
For a quicker bake, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
What temperature should I use for a more gradual cook?
For a more gradual cook, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How should I prepare the asparagus before wrapping it?
Carefully drain the asparagus and pat them dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture.
How many asparagus spears go into each bundle?
Take approximately 5 asparagus spears or green beans to form each bundle.
How much bacon is used for each asparagus bundle?
Each bundle is wrapped with half a slice of bacon.
How do I keep the bacon-wrapped bundles together?
Secure the ends of the bacon with a toothpick after wrapping the spears.
What kind of baking dish should I use?
Arrange the bundles neatly in a greased casserole dish.
What are the ingredients for the sweet garlic glaze?
The glaze consists of minced garlic (or garlic powder), light brown sugar, and butter or margarine.
How long should I simmer the glaze ingredients?
Simmer the mixture over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
How do I apply the glaze to the bundles?
Pour the sweet garlic glaze generously over the bacon-wrapped bundles in the casserole dish, ensuring they are evenly coated.
How long do I bake the bundles at 375°F?
Bake the bundles for 25 minutes if your oven is set to 375°F.
How long do I bake the bundles at 350°F?
Bake the bundles for 35 minutes if your oven is set to 350°F.
How do I know when the bacon-wrapped asparagus is done?
The dish is done when the bacon is crispy and the bundles are tender and heated through.
Should the bundles be served hot or cold?
Remove them from the oven, let them cool for a minute, and serve them warm.
Can I use garlic powder instead of fresh garlic?
Yes, you can use 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder instead of 2 cloves of minced garlic.
What type of brown sugar is required?
The recipe calls for 1/3 cup of firmly packed light brown sugar.
How much butter is needed for the glaze?
You will need 1/3 cup of butter or margarine, cut into pieces.
How much asparagus is needed for this recipe?
The recipe requires 20 ounces of asparagus spears or green beans.
How many calories are in a serving?
There are 150 calories per serving.
What is the fat content of this dish?
Each serving contains 10.4g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in this recipe?
There are 11g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in this dish?
Each serving contains 3g of protein.
What occasions are these bundles best for?
They are ideal for festive occasions like Thanksgiving and Christmas, or everyday dinners.
What is the flavor profile of this recipe?
This dish offers a rich and semi-sweet flavor profile with a contrast of crispy bacon and tender vegetables.
How much bacon should I purchase?
You will need 1/2 lb of bacon, which should be cut into halves.
Is this considered an easy recipe?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe and a savory vegetable dish.
What category does this food fall into?
This dish is categorized as a side dish.
Should the butter be melted before mixing?
The instructions suggest cutting the butter into pieces and combining it with the sugar and garlic in a saucepan to simmer.