Bacon Blue Cheese Asparagus
This bacon and blue cheese asparagus comes together in less than 30 minutes. A healthy-but-decadent spring side dish perfect for holidays, date night, or barbecues.[1]
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Method: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F or prepare grill to 325°F. Toss asparagus with olive oil, granulated garlic, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer in a cast iron skillet or baking dish.[1]
- Scatter chopped bacon over asparagus. Bake or grill for 20-25 minutes until bacon is crispy and asparagus is tender, stirring halfway.[1]
- Remove from heat, sprinkle blue cheese crumbles on top, and let melt for 2-3 minutes. Serve immediately.[1]
Notes
Use thin asparagus spears for even cooking. For extra crispiness, broil for the last 1-2 minutes. Pairs well with grilled meats or pork.[1]
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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