Roasted Asparagus
Recipe from
Better Homes and Gardens
This is an occasion where simpler is better. The sweet flavor of asparagus is heightened when it is roasted quickly and showered with Parmesan cheese.

Servings:
Makes 4 servings.
Prep Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Ingredients
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1 poundfresh asparagus, trimmedsee savings

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1/8 teaspoonground black peppersee savings

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1 tablespoonolive oilsee savings

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3 tablespoonsgrated Parmesan cheesesee savings

Directions
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Preheat oven to 450F. Place asparagus in a 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle with pepper. Drizzle with olive oil. Toss lightly to coat. Roast, uncovered, in the preheated oven about 15 minutes or until crisp-tender, lightly tossing twice during roasting. Transfer asparagus to a warm serving platter. Sprinkle with cheese. Makes 4 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 58, Total Fat 5 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Sodium 59 mg, Carbohydrate 3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 0%, Calcium 6%, Iron 8%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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