Ingredients

1lbasparagus stalks,trimmed

4bacon slices,do not use thick cut

2tbspbutter,melted

¼tspgarlic powder

1tspbrown sugar

¼tsppepper

1tbspparsley,chopped optional

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Divide the asparagus stalks into 4 bundles. Tightly wrap one slice of bacon around each bundle.

In a small bowl ,mix together the butter, garlic powder, brown sugar and pepper.

Arrange the asparagus bundles on a baking sheet and drizzle the butter mixture over the top.

Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until bacon is crispy. Serve, sprinkled with parsley if desired.