Roasted Asparagus
Asparagus is the "King of Spring" in the wonderful world of vegetables and preparing it couldn't be easier. Simply toss with olive oil, salt & pepper and bake for 12-15 minutes until tender.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Fresh asparagus (not too skinny)
- 1 tbs olive oil
- Salt & Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F
- Slice the bottoms off the asparagus on a diagonal
- Place the asparagus on a plate or prep try and coat the asparagus lightly and evenly with olive oil, sprinkle with salt & pepper
- Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and use tongs to lift the asparagus from the prep tray to the sheet pan. (This is so you leave any excess oil behind)
- Bake for 12-15 minutes depending on the thickness of the asparagus.
- Optional: Finish with a fresh squeeze of lemon before serving or a spinkle of parmesan cheese.