Pan-Roasted Asparagus with Red Onion and Bacon

Name: Pan-Roasted Asparagus with Red Onion and Bacon
Yield: Serves 4 to 6
Ingredients: 4 strips, bacon, cut into 1/4-inch-wide strips; 1 , large red onion, halved and sliced thin; 2 tablespoons, balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon, maple syrup; 1 tablespoon, olive oil; 1 tablespoon, unsalted butter; 2 pounds, thick asparagus spears (see note), ends trimmed; , Kosher salt and ground black pepper

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Appears in Cook's Illustrated March/April 2007

A hot pan and complementary vegetables turn asparagus into a lively side dish.

SERVES 4 to 6

TIME 40 minutes

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