Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus with Blue Cheese
Tender asparagus spears wrapped in bacon and baked until crisp, topped with tangy blue cheese. This american-inspired keto ready in about 27 minutes pairs spears, trimmed asparagus, bacon, tablespoons, crumbled blue cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 spears, trimmed asparagus
- 6 slices bacon
- 2 tablespoons, crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap each asparagus spear with one slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if needed.
- Step 2: Place wrapped asparagus on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
- Step 3: Bake for 12-15 minutes until bacon is crisp and asparagus is tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 4: Transfer to a plate, remove toothpicks, and top each with 1/2 tablespoon crumbled blue cheese before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus with Blue Cheese take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus with Blue Cheese?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep spears, trimmed asparagus from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus with Blue Cheese?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus with Blue Cheese for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus with Blue Cheese?
American keto like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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My partner, who's usually picky, absolutely loved this.
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Very good for a 12-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
