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Sauteed asparagus with crispy bacon on a white ceramic plate.

Sauteed Garlic Asparagus with Bacon

Sauteed Garlic Asparagus with Bacon is the perfect side dish for spring and summer! It's flavorful, delicious, and so easy to make!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 214 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet or Cast Iron Skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Pound Asparagus, Cut into Thirds
  • 6 Ounces Bacon
  • 1 Red Onion, Thinly Sliced
  • 3-4 Cloves of Garlic, Thinly Sliced
  • Salt
  • Black Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Start by cutting bacon into about 1-inch strips. Then preheat a skillet and add bacon strips. Cook on medium heat until bacon is crispy.
  • Use tongs to remove bacon and set on a paper towel lined plate to absorb excess oil.
  • Next, drain some of the bacon fat out of the pan. Leave a little at the bottom of the pan to cook the vegetables. This will add flavor and prevent them from sticking.
  • Cut asparagus into thirds and make sure you remove the tough part at the end of each stalk. Add to the skillet with thinly sliced red onion and minced garlic. Cook on medium heat covered, stirring occasionally.
  • After about 5 minutes, remove the cover to release some of the moisture. Sauté for another 5 minutes and then add back in the crispy bacon. Stir together with a little salt and black pepper. Serve hot!

Notes

Expert Tips

  • To prevent the bacon grease from getting all over the stove, use a splatter screen to cover the frying pan.
  • Remove the tough part of the asparagus before cutting into thirds. It's usually about 1 inch off the end.
  • For best results, cook the bacon separately and add it back in at the end. This will ensure it stays crispy!
  • Make sure you remove the cover when the vegetables are almost done cooking to release steam for crisp-tender asparagus. If you overcook it, it will become limp and soggy.

How To Store Leftovers

Store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
** See full post for step-by-step photos and more helpful tips!

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 214kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 8gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 285mgPotassium: 362mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 874IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg
Keywords asparagus and bacon, garlic asparagus and bacon, sauteed asparagus and bacon
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