love that asparagus

Name: Love that Asparagus
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pound(s) fresh asparagus; 1 - juice of 1/2 lemon; 1 tablespoon(s) lemon zest; 2 clove(s) garlic, (minced); 1/4 cup(s) fresh grated parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoon(s) olive oil, extra virgin; - salt and pepper to taste

(2 RATINGS)

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Carol White

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Updated on Sep 27, 2012

Asparagus is low in calories and is very low in sodium. It is a good source of vitamin B6, calcium, magnesium and zinc, and a very good source of dietary fiber, protein, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin K, thiamin, riboflavin, rutin, niacin, folic acid, iron, phosphorus, potassium, copper, manganese and selenium, as well as chromium, a trace mineral that enhances the ability of insulin to transport glucose from the bloodstream into cells. Eaten raw, their fresh crunchy goodness will delight your taste buds. Or, enjoy them lightly steamed or roasted.

Rate

prep time 10 Min

cook time 10 Min

method Bake

yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

2 pounds fresh asparagus
1 - juice of 1/2 lemon
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 cloves garlic, (minced)
1/4 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
- salt and pepper to taste

How To Make love that asparagus

Step 1

Pre-heat oven 400 ° and wash asparagus and let drain.

Step 2

Prep asparagus - Place the asparagus on your cutting board and cut the tough woody portion off. The stem thickness indicates the age of the asparagus, thicker stems coming from older plants. The stalks are thicker and can be a little woody then the small stalks. The bottom portion of asparagus often contains sand and dirt, so thorough cleaning is advised before cooking.
Step 3

Line your baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy clean up. Add olive oil to pan then add your asparagus, minced garlic and season with salt and pepper to taste. Then toss asparagus and make sure all the stalks are cover. Now add lemon juice and zest. Place in oven and let roast for about 10 - 12 minutes.
Step 4

Serve asparagus - Remove from oven and place on serving plate while they nice and hot,then garnish with grated parmesan cheese. Love my asparagus roasted this way because they are full of flavor.
Step 5

Now for those of you who love taking it to another level. Try wrapping asparagus in bacon.
Step 6

You know bacon makes everything taste good. Enjoy!!
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