Roasted Asparagus Bundles

1. 1

   Place a large baking sheet with sides on bottom rack of oven; heat oven to 450 degrees F. Trim asparagus spears to 6-inch lengths, using a knife or snapping ends off with your hands.

2. 2

   For each bundle, wrap half a pancetta slice around the middle of 2 asparagus spears.

3. 3

   When all 16 bundles are assembled, carefully remove the hot baking sheet from oven.

4. 4

   Arrange bundles, evenly spaced, on sheet.

5. 5

   Roast 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Turn bundles over with tongs.

7. 7

   Continue to roast 5 minutes, or until pancetta is crisp and asparagus tender.

8. 8

   To serve, transfer bundles to a plate and finish with a grinding of fresh pepper.

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   Bundles can be served hot, warm, or at room temperature.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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