Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 fresh asparagus bunch (1 -1 1/2 pounds)
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper (, to taste)
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic (or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese ( *** optional)

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Snap or cut off the woody ends of the asparagus spears. Then place spears in a shallow dish.
  • Mix the dressing ingredients the toss with the asparagus to coat. 
  • Spread the spears out in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake for 9-10 minutes (narrow spears) 10-12 minutes (fat spears). Then toss in pan (add Parmesan if using) and return to oven to bake for another 6-8 minutes.
  • Plate, season with salt, and serve.