Asparagus With Bacon Recipe

Prepare the Asparagus

Wash the asparagus thoroughly under cold water. Trim the woody ends of the asparagus by snapping them off or cutting them with a knife.

Cook the Bacon

In a skillet over medium heat, add the bacon slices and cook until they are crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Once cooked, remove the bacon from the skillet and place on a paper towel to drain excess grease.

Combine Asparagus and Bacon

In the same skillet with a little bacon grease left, add the asparagus and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat the asparagus evenly.

Sauté the Asparagus

Sauté the asparagus over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender but still crisp. You can cover the skillet for a couple of minutes to help them cook faster.

Add Crumbled Bacon

Crumble the cooked bacon and sprinkle it over the sautéed asparagus. Toss gently to combine.

Plate the Dish

Transfer the asparagus with bacon to a serving platter. Optionally, you can drizzle with a little extra olive oil or sprinkle with more black pepper before serving.