Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with an explosion of flavors using the perfect combination of crispy bacon, sweet caramelized onions, and tender asparagus. This delightful dish is not only easy to make, but also a symphony of textures and tastes that will leave you craving for more. The salty and smoky bacon adds a savory touch, while the caramelized onions provide a sweet and tangy contrast. The asparagus spears, cooked to perfection, bring a crisp and slightly bitter note that balances out the dish. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through a step-by-step recipe to create this delectable dish that will impress your loved ones and make any meal a special occasion.
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ASPARAGUS-CARAMELIZED ONION SALAD
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the extra-virgin olive oil, 3 turns of the pan, in a skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Add onions and cook until caramel colored, stirring occasionally.
- Pour 1-inch of water into a skillet and bring to boil. Add salt and asparagus and cook 3 minutes, drain.
- Stir in thyme, mustard, balsamic vinegar and pepper into onions and toss with asparagus to coat.
CARAMELIZED BACON
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories appetizer
Time 45m
Yield 15 to 20 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with aluminum foil (for easy cleaning) and place a wire baking rack on top.
- Combine the brown sugar and pecans in a food processor and process until the pecans are finely ground. Add the salt, black pepper and cayenne pepper and pulse to combine. Add the maple syrup and pulse again to moisten the crumbs.
- Cut each bacon slice in half crosswise and line up the pieces on the baking rack without touching. With a small spoon, evenly spread the pecan mixture on top of each piece of bacon, using all of the mixture. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the topping is very browned but not burnt. If it's underbaked, the bacon won't crisp as it cools.
- While it's hot, transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels and set aside to cool. Serve at room temperature. (The caramelized bacon can be made early in the day and stored at room temperature.)
BACON ONION ASPARAGUS
This side dish gets its tang from vinegar and its crunch from toasted sesame seeds. This is a wonderful way to dress up that seasonal favorite.-Sheila Elliott, Bear, Delaware
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the asparagus in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Bake at 400° for 10-15 minutes or until lightly browned., Meanwhile, in a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 2 teaspoons drippings. Saute onion in drippings until tender. Remove from the heat; stir in the vinegar, bacon and remaining salt and pepper., Transfer the asparagus to a large shallow bowl; top with warm bacon dressing and toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts :
SKILLET ASPARAGUS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND WALNUTS
Use one nonstick skillet to prepare this nutritious and delicious side for dinner.
Provided by Bibi
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Onion
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt 1/2 of the ghee in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion; spread out into a thin layer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and beginning to brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Reduce heat if it's browning too quickly; do not allow to burn. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in vinegar.
- Transfer onion-garlic mixture to a bowl; season with salt and pepper. Wipe out skillet and melt the remaining ghee over medium-low heat. Add walnut pieces and stir until crisp and lightly toasted, about 3 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Add asparagus to the same skillet and increase heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring frequently, until bright green, tender, but still crunchy, 10 to 12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Plate asparagus, add onion mixture, and garnish with walnuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Cholesterol 24.6 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 42.9 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
PAN-FRIED ASPARAGUS WITH ONIONS
Everyone that I make this for absolutely loves it! The onions are a great flavor contrast to the asparagus. This vegetable dish pairs as a great side with everything...fish, meat, chicken, or pasta.
Provided by Laurie Brenner
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Onion
Time 16m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook and stir asparagus in melted butter until bright green, but still firm, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Stir 1 tablespoon butter and onion into asparagus; sprinkle with onion salt.
- Cook and stir until onion is slightly browned and asparagus are tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.7 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 125.9 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
FRIED ASPARAGUS WITH BACON
This is a different twist on asparagus, sure to please and have them coming back for more!
Provided by Kathi Richards Smith
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook and stir bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 5 minutes. Discard grease.
- Melt butter in the same skillet.
- Cook and stir asparagus and shallot with salt and black pepper in melted butter and bacon. Cover skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until asparagus are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer asparagus mixture to a platter. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 12.6 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 189.7 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
CARAMELISED ONION QUICHE WITH CHEDDAR & BACON
Make quiche Lorraine to perfection every time with this easy recipe for a crisp pastry base and rich smoked bacon, cheese and thyme filling
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Buffet, Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper
Time 1h25m
Yield Cuts into 6 - 8 slices
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large non-stick frying pan, add the onions and cook for 20 mins, stirring now and then, until they are soft and golden brown. Season, stir in the thyme leaves, then transfer to a plate to cool.
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6 with a large baking sheet inside. Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface until large enough to line a 25cm loose-bottomed tart tin, with a little overhang of pastry all the way round the top. This will stop the pastry shrinking in the oven later. If there is more overhang than you need, trim off the excess with scissors. Gently press the pastry into the sides of the tin and prick the base with a fork. Chill for 15 mins.
- Line the pastry case with a sheet of baking parchment and fill with ceramic baking beans. Bake for 15 mins on the hot baking sheet (this helps to prevent a soggy bottom). Carefully remove the parchment and beans, then return to the oven for 10 mins more until the pastry looks cooked like shortbread, but is not too brown.
- Meanwhile, put the bacon in the pan you cooked the onions in (there's no need to wash it first or add any oil) and fry for 10 mins until golden. Lift from the pan onto kitchen paper to remove any excess fat. Beat the cream, milk and eggs with seasoning and nutmeg, then stir in the bacon and half the cheese.
- Remove the pastry case from the oven and reduce heat to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Spoon the caramelised onions evenly over the base of the pastry case. Pour in the bacon mixture, then scatter with the remaining cheese, the thyme sprigs and a little nutmeg. Bake for 25-30 mins until golden and the filling is just set with a slight wobble in the centre.
- Trim the excess pastry and leave to settle for 10 mins, then remove from the tin and slice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 606 calories, Fat 48 grams fat, SaturatedFat 24 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 26 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 1.6 milligram of sodium
CARAMELIZED ONION-BACON JAM
Serve this sweet-and-savory jam on crackers, crostini or crusty bread.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Condiment
Time 1h15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In 4- to 5-quart Dutch oven, cook bacon until crisp; drain on paper towels, reserving drippings in Dutch oven. Crumble bacon; set aside.
- Cook onions and shallots in bacon drippings over medium-low heat 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until golden brown and tender. Add brown sugar, vinegar, cider and thyme. Reduce heat to low; cook 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in bacon. Cool to room temperature. Store covered in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 330 mg
BACON & CARAMELIZED-ONION ASPARAGUS
Make and share this Bacon & Caramelized-Onion Asparagus recipe from Food.com.
Provided by CookingONTheSide
Categories Pork
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook bacon in nonstick skillet 3-5 minutes or until crisp, turning frequently.
- Drain bacon on paper towels.
- Discard drippings from skillet; do not wash skillet.
- Place asparagus in microwaveable casserole or 10x4-inch dish.
- Add water.
- Microwave on high 4-5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender.
- Meanwhile, add onions to skillet; cook and stir 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
- Stir in dressing.
- Drain asparagus; top with sauce and crumbled bacon.
ASPARAGUS WITH BACON SABAYON
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Cook 4 chopped bacon strips until crisp. Drain on paper towels, reserving the drippings. Combine 4 egg yolks, 3 tablespoons water, 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard and a pinch of cayenne in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water; whisk until thick, 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and whisk in 1 tablespoon bacon drippings, and salt to taste. Serve over steamed asparagus and top with chives and the bacon.
CARAMELIZED ONION AND BACON PULL-APART BREAD
Smoky cheese and bacon combine with the natural sweetness of caramelized onions in this hot, crusty party bread that is meant for sharing.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 1h35m
Yield 8 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Heat a large skillet with a lid over medium-high heat and add the bacon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the bacon is golden brown, about 9 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a plate using a slotted spoon. Add the onions to the skillet and cook, covered, stirring occasionally and scraping up the stuck bits on the bottom of the pan as needed, until the onions release their juices and are caramelized, golden and soft, about 30 minutes. (If the onions begin to brown before they soften, stir in a tablespoon water, lower the heat and return to cooking.)
- Combine the butter, thyme, 1 teaspoon salt and some pepper in a medium bowl. Stir in the onions until the butter melts and becomes saucy.
- Meanwhile, with a large serrated knife, shave 1/4 inch off the bottom crust of the bread.. Make 1-inch wide crosshatch cuts on the top of the bread, three-quarters of the way through to the bottom. Put the bread on the prepared baking sheet.
- Spoon 3/4 of the onion mixture into all of the slits. Mix together the Gouda and mozzarella in a small bowl, then stuff three-quarters of the cheese inside all of the slits. Spoon the remaining onion mixture on top, followed by the remaining cheese. (The bread will be very stuffed and messy.) Cover the bread loosely with foil and bake until the filling is warm and the cheese is melted, about 25 minutes. Transfer to a platter or cutting board and top with the bacon and parsley. Serve immediately.
ASPARAGUS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS & BACON
Make and share this Asparagus With Caramelized Onions & Bacon recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sassy in da South
Categories Onions
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Fry the bacon in a large skillet until crisp; drain, break into pieces and set aside.
- Pour off and reserve the excess bacon drippings.
- Saute the onion rings and garlic in 1 tablespoon of the drippings.
- Cook the onions and garlic, stirring constantly, over medium heat until the onions turn a rich golden brown.
- Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Pour the drippings back into the skillet and saute the asparagus spears for 8 to 10 minutes.
- Season with the salt and pepper.
- The asparagus should remain crunchy but still cooked through.
- Remove from the heat.
- Place in a serving bowl, top with the onions and sprinkle with the bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.8, Fat 13.1, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 19.3, Sodium 253.5, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 3.1, Protein 6.4
CARAMELIZED ONION AND CANADIAN BACON STRATA
Make and share this Caramelized Onion and Canadian Bacon Strata recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mimi Bobeck
Categories Pork
Time 10h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add onion, and sauté 4 minutes.
- Reduce heat; cook 10 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
- Add bell pepper; cook for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat; stir in bacon.
- Arrange 3 cups bread in an 11x7-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray; top with half of onion mixture.
- Repeat layer with remaining bread and onion mixture.
- Combine milk and next 5 ingredients (milk through eggs) in a medium bowl; stir well with a whisk.
- Pour egg mixture over bread mixture, and top with the cheese.
- Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Let the casserole stand 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Uncover and bake at 375°F for 40 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
ASPARAGUS WITH BACON AND ONION
Provided by Dorie Greenspan
Categories Onion Pork Vegetable Appetizer Side Sauté Quick & Easy Lemon Bacon Asparagus Fall Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook bacon in large skillet until crisp; transfer to paper towels. Pour off all but 1 teaspoon drippings from skillet. Return bacon to skillet; mix in onion. Remove from heat. Whisk oil and lemon juice in small bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- Cook asparagus in pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain, then place in large bowl. Add dressing; toss. Arrange on platter. Stir bacon mixture over medium-low heat about 3 minutes; spoon atop asparagus.
CARAMELIZED BACON
A sweet twist to ordinary bacon. A unique side dish to a breakfast buffet or brunch.
Provided by MU§E
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Meat and Seafood Bacon
Time 20m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a shallow bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon. Dip bacon slices in the brown sugar mixture to coat, and arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake 8 minutes in the preheated oven, turning once, until dark golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 16.4 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 351.9 mg, Sugar 26.7 g
BACON & CARAMELIZED-ONION ASPARAGUS
Make and share this Bacon & Caramelized-Onion Asparagus recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chef Shantal
Categories Pork
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook bacon in nonskillet 3 to 5 mins, or until crisp, turning frequently. Drain bacon on paper towels. Discard fat from pan.
- Place asparagus in microwaveable casserole dish. Add water, Microwave on High on 4-5 minutes, or until crisp-tender.
- Meanwhile add onions to skillet; cook and stir 5 minutes until tender, add ranch dressing.
- Drain asparagus; top with sauce and crumbled bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.6, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 17, Sodium 357.1, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 3.6, Protein 6.5
BACON-WRAPPED ASPARAGUS ON TOAST
Very easy, versatile, and classy appetizer with a kick. Easy clean-up too. Garlic salt and red pepper can be omitted if they don't complement the main dish.
Provided by COOKINGFORTHEKING
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Bacon Appetizers
Time 38m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet.
- Toast bread in the preheated oven until lightly golden, about 5 minutes.
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned but still pliable, about 8 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add asparagus and cook uncovered until bright green, about 2 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately immerse in ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Drain.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir asparagus in hot butter under tender, about 5 minutes. Cut asparagus into pieces that will fit the bread slices. Season with garlic salt; wrap with bacon slices.
- Arrange bacon-wrapped asparagus on toasted bread slices. Cover with mozzarella cheese slices. Sprinkle red pepper flakes on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until mozzarella cheese is melted and lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 33.5 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 615.6 mg, Sugar 3 g
CARAMELIZED PEARL ONIONS AND BACON
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Cook bacon in a skillet until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Add onions to skillet with water, cover, and simmer until tender. Uncover and simmer until water evaporates and onions turn golden brown. Stir in bacon.
CARAMELIZED ONION AND BACON POTATO SALAD
I was looking for a lower-calorie way to make my husband's favorite summer side dish, as my traditional potato salad was laden with eggs and mayo! The tzatziki dip as dressing certainly did the trick! The tarragon in the onions gives that hint of 'what is that?' to this recipe! Can be served warm or chilled.
Provided by Ellen Violet-Muir
Categories Salad Potato Salad Recipes No Mayo
Time 45m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and cool. Cut potatoes in half.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onions until softened and golden brown, about 20 minutes. Add tarragon; pour in white wine to deglaze pan. Simmer until wine evaporates, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels.
- Mix potatoes, onion, and bacon together in a large bowl. Fold tzatziki sauce, chives, salt, and black pepper into potato mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.2 calories, Carbohydrate 83.7 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 125 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
CARAMELIZED ONION-BACON BURGERS
These juicy, flavorful burgers feature a nice tang with the barbecue sauce on top. They're always a hit at get-togethers. -Jordan Mason, Brookville, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place 1/3 cup barbecue sauce in a small bowl. Crumble beef over barbecue sauce and mix well. Shape into four patties., In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain. In another skillet, saute onion in 2 tablespoons butter until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown., Spread buns with remaining butter; set aside. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Top with cheese. Grill 1 minute longer or until cheese is melted., Place buns, cut side down, on grill for 1-2 minutes or until toasted. Spread buns with barbecue sauce; serve burgers on buns with onion and bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 645 calories, Fat 40g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 137mg cholesterol, Sodium 1153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein.
ASPARAGUS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS
I saw this on a Rachel Ray episode on Food Network and thought I'd give it a try. I really enjoyed it. I made one change by adding the balsamic vinegar.
Provided by Chef Mean Green
Categories Onions
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the extra-virgin olive oil, 3 turns of the pan, in a skillet over medium to medium-high heat.
- Add onions and cook until caramel colored, stirring occasionally.
- Pour 1-inch of water into a skillet and bring to boil.
- Add salt and asparagus and cook 3 minutes, drain.
- Stir mustard, balsamic vinegar, thyme and pepper into onions and toss with asparagus to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.9, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 46.3, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 3.3, Protein 3.3
Tips:
- Choose the right asparagus. Look for spears that are firm and have tightly closed tips. Avoid spears that are limp or have yellow or brown tips.
- Trim the asparagus properly. Cut off the tough, woody ends of the asparagus spears. You can do this with a sharp knife or a vegetable peeler.
- Cook the asparagus until it is tender-crisp. Asparagus should be cooked until it is tender, but still has a slight crunch to it. Overcooked asparagus will be mushy.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. When cooking asparagus, make sure to not overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the asparagus from cooking evenly.
- Season the asparagus well. Asparagus can be seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices. Some popular choices include salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Serve the asparagus immediately. Asparagus is best served immediately after it is cooked. This will ensure that it is at its best flavor and texture.
Conclusion:
Asparagus is a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you are roasting it, grilling it, or sautéing it, asparagus is sure to be a hit. If you are looking for a new way to enjoy asparagus, try this recipe for Bacon Caramelized Onion Asparagus. It is a quick and easy dish that is packed with flavor.
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