Name: Asparagus with Bacon and Onion
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces; 1/2 small onion, cut into 1/4-inch cubes; 2 teaspoons hazelnut oil or walnut oil; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 24 stalks of asparagus, trimmed

Recipe information

Yield
Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

3 slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces

1/2 small onion, cut into 1/4-inch cubes

2 teaspoons hazelnut oil or walnut oil

1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

24 stalks of asparagus, trimmed

Preparation

Step 1
Cook bacon in large skillet until crisp; transfer to paper towels. Pour off all but 1 teaspoon drippings from skillet. Return bacon to skillet; mix in onion. Remove from heat. Whisk oil and lemon juice in small bowl; season with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Cook asparagus in pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain, then place in large bowl. Add dressing; toss. Arrange on platter. Stir bacon mixture over medium-low heat about 3 minutes; spoon atop asparagus.

TagsAsparagus Vegetable Bacon Cured Meat Meat Side Dinner Dairy Free Gluten Free 5 Ingredients or Fewer Simmer Bon Appétit

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