Bacon Asparagus Pastry Twists

By á-6184

Bacon and puff pastry wrap tender asparagus spears for this delightful appetizer. Serve plain or with a garlic aioli for dipping.

Ingredients

• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• 6 to 8 slices bacon
• 12-15 asparagus spears
• 1 egg, beaten
• Salt
• Pepper

Details

Servings 15
Preparation time 25mins
Cooking time 45mins

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F/200°C.

Slice the puff pastry into 1-centimeter strips.Slice the bacon in half lengthwise into thin strips.

Wrap a strip of bacon around an asparagus spear in a spiral. Wrap a strip of puff pastry around the asparagus, looping it in between the bacon spiral.

Repeat with the rest of the asparagus. Place the wrapped spears on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Brush them with egg wash, then sprinkle a pinch of salt & pepper on top.

Bake for 18 minutes, until golden brown and puffed.

Serve!