These bundles can be easily prepared on an outdoor grill or in a hot oven.

　　

Ingredients

4 servings

　　1 to 1 1/4 pounds asparagus tips, 4 to 5 inches long

　　Extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO), for drizzling

　　Salt and freshly ground black pepper

　　4 slices center-cut bacon or pancetta

　　Chopped fresh chives or scallions, for garnish (optional)

　　

Step 1

Preheat the oven, if using, to 400°F. or preheat an outdoor grill.

　　

Step 2

Lightly coat the asparagus spears in EVOO. Season the asparagus with salt and pepper. Take a quick count of the spear tips. Divide the total number by four. Gather that number of spears and use a slice of bacon to wrap the bundle and secure the spears together. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.

　　

Step 3

To grill, place the bundles on the hot grill and cover. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes over indirect heat until the bacon is crisp and the asparagus bundles are tender.

　　

Step 4

For oven preparation, place the bundles on a slotted broiler pan. Bake for 12 minutes, or until the bacon is crisp and the asparagus bundles are tender.

　　

Step 5

Sprinkle with the chopped chives and serve.

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