Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

I was never a fan of asparagus until I tried it prepared with bacon.  I absolutely love it prepared this way!  Crispy bacon and a little balsamic vinegar make this a simple side dish that's ready in just 20 minutes.  

1 lb asparagus, trimmed

6 slices of bacon

1 Tbsp olive oil

2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

Preheat your oven to 425 degrees.  Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.  

Wrap 3 - 6 stalks (depending upon stock thickness) with one slice of bacon to make a bundle.  

Place bundles on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.   Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.  Place in the oven and bake for 15 minutes.  Then broil them for an additional 2 - 3 minutes for a nice crisp on top of the bacon.  

Brush the balsamic vinegar on top of the baked asparagus bundles.  

Serve.