Bacon & Caramelized-Onion Asparagus

3 slices bacon
1-1/2 lb. fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
1 Tbsp. water
1/2 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup Lite Ranch Dressing

Cook bacon in large skillet until crisp. Remove bacon from skillet; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings from skillet. (Do not wash skillet.)
Place asparagus in microwaveable casserole or 10×4-inch dish. Add water. Microwave on HIGH 4 to 5 min. or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Meanwhile, add onions to skillet; cook and stir 5 min. or until tender. Stir in dressing.
Drain asparagus; top with sauce and crumbled bacon.

Easy Creamy Baked Asparagus

1 lb. fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
1/4 cup Peppercorn Ranch Dressing
2 Tbsp. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
1/2 cup coarsely crushed Ritz Crackers (about 12 crackers)
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cook asparagus in simmering water in large skillet 2 to 3 min. or until bright green, but still crisp; drain.
Toss asparagus with dressing in 1-1/2 to 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese and cracker crumbs.
Bake 10-15 min. or cheese is lightly browned and mixture is heated through.