Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan

Name: Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 bunches (1 1/2 pounds) asparagus; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Coarse salt and ground pepper; 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

To give familiar vegetables an unexpected flavor, cook them with a few basic seasonings.

Source: Everyday Food, June 2004

20 mins 5 mins 4

Total Time Prep Servings

Ingredients

2 bunches (1 1/2 pounds) asparagus
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Trim tough ends from asparagus.
2. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss asparagus with olive oil; season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Spread in an even layer. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
3. Roast until asparagus is tender and cheese is melted, 10 to 15 minutes. Serve immediately.