Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus recipe – 180 calories

Ingredients:
1 lb asparagus (washed)
6 slices bacon
extra virgin olive oil
salt and pepper(to taste)

Preparation:
1. Cut 1/2 inch to 1 inch off the end of the asparagus (the asparagus should be at least 4 to 5 inches long).
2. Toss the asparagus with olive oil (just enough to lightly coat) and season with
salt and pepper (to taste).
3. Separate the asparagus into bundles (approximately 4 to each bundle) and, starting at the bottom of asparagus bundle, wrap with 1 slice of uncooked bacon.
4. Repeat with the rest.
5. Place the asparagus on a broiling pan and bake at 500 degrees F for about 5 minutes; turn them over and bake for another 5 minutes.
6. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F and bake for about 15-20 minutes.
Servings: 4

Nutritional information for one serving:
Calories: 180
Calories from fat: 140
Total fat: 15.6g
Cholesterol: 23mg
Total carbs: 4.9g
Protein: 6.7g

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