Roasted Parmesan Asparagus

Great way to serve asparagus, and yummy too.

Step: 1

Place oven rack on top third of oven.

Step: 2

Preheat oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C).

Step: 3

Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add asparagus, cover, and steam until barely tender, 2 to 4 minutes depending on thickness.

Step: 4

Place steamed asparagus on a rimmed baking sheet.

Step: 5

Drizzle with olive oil and roll asparagus spears in oil until they are coated.

Step: 6

Sprinkle with ground black pepper and Parmesan cheese.

Step: 7

Bake in preheated oven until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Do not turn or shake asparagus.

Step: 8

Serve with lemon wedges.

Per Serving: 44 calories; protein 3.5g; carbohydrates 4.6g; fat 2g; cholesterol 2.2mg; sodium 40.6mg.

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