Asparagus with Parmesan Crust

I love asparagus more and more with each time I have it. Unfortunately it is not always the cheapest of vegetables to get fresh. I often get it in a can and just heat it up. But, for the times you get a fresh bundle then here is a recipe!

INGREDIENTS

- 1 pound thin asparagus spears
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 ounce shaved Parmesan cheese
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, or to taste

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).

2. Place asparagus on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, and toss to coat. Arrange asparagus
spears in a single layer. Spread Parmesan cheese over asparagus, and season with freshly
ground black pepper.

3. Bake 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until cheese is melted and asparagus is tender but
crisp. Serve immediately on warm plates, sprinkling with balsamic vinegar to taste.

Calories per serving: 100

Posted by Sabriena at 07:13