Roasted Asparagus
- 5m Prep Time
- 8m Cook Time
- 13m Ready In
3 to 4 servings Position a rack in the top third of the oven and preheat it to 500°F.
Let's Prepare
Collect
Gather these ingredients — no prep needed yet.
- 1 pound asparagus
- Vegetable oil
- (2 tablespoons minced parsley, tarragon, and/or chives)
- (Grated Parmesan)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges
Let's Cook
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Step 1.
Trim, above: 1 pound asparagus
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Step 2.
Place the spears on a baking sheet and drizzle very lightly with: Vegetable oil
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Step 3.
Toss the spears to coat and arrange them in a single layer. Roast until just tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Serve with any of the accompaniments suggested for Steamed Asparagus, or simply sprinkle with: (2 tablespoons minced parsley, tarragon, and/or chives); (Grated Parmesan); Salt and black pepper to taste
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Step 4.
Serve hot or at room temperature, garnished with: Lemon wedges