Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles

Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles 1-1/2 pounds asparagus spears, trimmed 4 to 5 inches back from tips Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling A few grinds black pepper 4 slices thick-cut bacon Preheat oven, if using, to 400. Lightly coat asparagus spears in extra-virgin olive oil. Season the asparagus with black pepper or lemon pepper. Take a quick count of the spear tips. Divide the total number by four. Gather that number of spears, and use a half slice of bacon to wrap the bundle, and keep those spears together. Repeat with remaining asparagus and bacon. To grill, place bundles on hot grill and cover. Cook ten to twelve minutes until bacon is crisp and asparagus bundles are tender. For oven preparation, place bundles on slotted broiler pan. Bake 12 minutes