Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus

Ingredients

• 12 slices bacon
• 12 ounce asparagus spears, trimmed
• 2 tablespoon honey or pure maple syrup
• 2 teaspoon hot water
• ½ teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
• ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with foil. On a plate arrange bacon between double layers of paper towels. Microwave 1 1/2 to 2 minutes or until partially cooked, but not brown. Cool.
2. Divide asparagus into six portions. Wrap two slices of bacon around each portion and secure with a toothpick. Place on prepared pan. For glaze, in a small bowl combine remaining ingredients.
3. Roast bundles 8 minutes; turn bundles and drizzle with glaze. Roast 7 minutes more or until asparagus is tender and bacon is cooked through.