Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus

The taste of this easy-to-prepare appetizer will surprise you.

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh Michigan asparagus
• 8 to 10 strips bacon

Instructions

1. Wash and trim asparagus spears. Cut bacon strips in half crosswise. Wrap one-half strip bacon around each asparagus spear, leaving tip and end exposed. Lay on a cookie sheet with sides.
2. Bake in a preheated 400-degree oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until bacon is cooked.
3. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Reprinted with permission from the Michigan Asparagus Advisory Board.