Name: Asparagus with Bacon and Hard-Boiled Eggs
Yield: Makes 8 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces bacon (about 4 slices); 2 bunches green and/or white asparagus (about 2 pounds), trimmed, ends peeled if thick; Kosher salt; 1/2 small shallot, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons Sherry vinegar; 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup; 1 teaspoon whole grain mustard; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; Freshly ground black pepper; 4 hard-boiled large eggs, whites and yolks separated, chopped; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tender herbs (such as chives and/or tarragon)

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Asparagus with Bacon and Hard-Boiled EggsJulian Broad

We think fat spears of asparagus have the best texture. White ones take a little longer to cook, so boil them separately.

Recipe information

Yield
Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

4 ounces bacon (about 4 slices)

2 bunches green and/or white asparagus (about 2 pounds), trimmed, ends peeled if thick

Kosher salt

1/2 small shallot, finely chopped

3 tablespoons Sherry vinegar

1 tablespoon pure maple syrup

1 teaspoon whole grain mustard

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Freshly ground black pepper

4 hard-boiled large eggs, whites and yolks separated, chopped

2 tablespoons chopped fresh tender herbs (such as chives and/or tarragon)

Preparation

Step 1
Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat, turning once, until browned and crisp, 5-8 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain; let cool, then crumble.
Step 2
Meanwhile, cook asparagus in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes, depending on thickness. (If using both green and white asparagus, cook white asparagus first to keep them from turning green.) Drain and transfer to a large bowl of ice water to cool. Drain and pat dry.
Step 3
Whisk shallot, vinegar, maple syrup, and mustard in a medium bowl. Gradually whisk in olive oil until emulsified, then whisk in vegetable oil; season with salt and pepper.
Step 4
Serve asparagus drizzled with vinaigrette and topped with eggs, herbs, and bacon.
Step 5
Do Ahead: Vinaigrette can be made 2 days ahead; cover and chill. Asparagus can be cooked 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.

TagsSalad Asparagus Vegetable Bacon Cured Meat Meat Main Side Starter Lunch Dinner Gluten Free Nut Free Make Ahead Easter Epicurious

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