Roasted Asparagus With Parmesan

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 500F.

2. 2

   Rinse asparagus, and break off woody bottoms.

3. 3

   Lay stalks in a baking dish that will hold them in two or three layers.

4. 4

   Toss with bits of butter or the oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and place in oven.

5. 5

   Roast 5 minutes, then shake dish to redistribute butter or oil.

6. 6

   Roast 5 minutes more, then test for doneness by piercing a spear with point of a sharp knife; it should slide in but meet a little resistance.

7. 7

   (Up to this point, the recipe can be made as much as two hours before serving; just leave asparagus at room temperature).

8. 8

   Top with freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano just before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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