Description
Succulent roasted asparagus with blue cheese and bacon delivers a symphony of savory flavors that dance across your palate. Crisp bacon and tangy blue cheese elevate this simple vegetable into a culinary masterpiece you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450 grams) asparagus
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) blue cheese
- 5 slices bacon (cooked and chopped)
Flavor Enhancers:
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
Seasonings:
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to a sizzling 400°F, creating the perfect roasting environment for the asparagus.
- Carefully trim the woody ends of the asparagus, ensuring a tender and delectable vegetable base.
- Arrange the asparagus in a baking dish, generously coating with olive oil and sprinkling with salt, pepper, and finely minced garlic for an aromatic flavor boost.
- Place the seasoned asparagus in the preheated oven and roast uncovered for 15 minutes, allowing the vegetables to caramelize and develop a rich, golden exterior.
- Remove the asparagus from the oven and liberally scatter blue cheese across the surface, creating a creamy and tangy layer.
- Sprinkle the pre-cooked, crispy bacon pieces over the cheese-topped asparagus, adding a smoky and crunchy dimension.
- Return the dish to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, letting the cheese melt and the bacon crisp up further.
- Serve immediately while the cheese is luxuriously melted and the asparagus retains its vibrant, tender-crisp texture.
- For best results, ensure bacon is pre-cooked, drained, and chopped before starting the recipe.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, reheating briefly in the microwave or oven before serving.
Notes
- Choose thin asparagus spears for faster, more even roasting and a tender texture.
- Ensure bacon is crispy before chopping to add a delightful crunch to the dish.
- Pat asparagus dry before roasting to help achieve perfect caramelization and prevent soggy results.
- Substitute blue cheese with goat cheese or feta for a different flavor profile if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 298 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 530 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg