Bacon-Wrapped Scallions (Italian Cipollate con Pancetta)

Butcher shops all across Sicily sell these bacon-wrapped scallions called Cipollate con Pancetta.

24 large scallions, trimmed
8 strips bacon or pancetta
sea salt
black pepper, freshly ground
¼ cup vegetable oil

Wrap 3 scallions together with 1 strip of bacon. Repeat with remaining scallions and bacon and season with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a 12" skillet over medium-high heat.

Working in batches, add bacon-wrapped scallion bunches, and cook, turning as needed, until browned and crisp on all sides, 6-8 minutes. Serve hot.

Makes 4 servings.