Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Bundles
["1 1/2 lb. asparagus spears, trimmed 4 - 5 inches long tips", "extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling", "fresh ground black pepper", "4 slices bacon or pancetta", "chopped chives or scallions (optional garnish)"]
["Preheat oven to 400\u00b0. Lightly coat asparagus spears with olive oil and season with black pepper. Gather 3 - 4 asparagus spears together and wrap with a slice of bacon. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Place bundles of asparagus spears on a slotted broiler pan. Bake for 12 minutes."]
["long tips", "extra-virgin olive oil", "fresh ground black pepper", "bacon", "chives"]