Bacon Wrapped Sesame Asparagus
Ingredients:
20-25 asparagus spears, stems removed
4 slices thick-cut bacon
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
1 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar
1 garlic clove, minced or pressed
Toasted sesame seeds
Directions:
-
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Spray the rack with nonstick spray.
-
In a small bowl, whisk together oils, brown sugar and garlic. Set aside.
-
Bunch together 5-6 asparagus spears and tightly wrap a piece of bacon around the bundle. Place on the wire rack seam-side down and repeat. Using a pastry brush or spoon brush the spears thoroughly with the olive oil mixture.
-
Give each bundle a hefty sprinkle of sesame seeds.
-
Roast for 35-40 minutes, or until bacon is crispy. Serve warm.