Roasted Asparagus

1/2 lb fresh asparagus

2 cloves garlic, pressed 

2 Tbs oil

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 tsp fresh black pepper

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F

Trim off woody ends of asparagus spears (bottom inch or so of spear)

In a large bowl, combine oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add asparagus and toss to coat. 

Cover a large cookie sheet with aluminum foil. Spread asparagus on sheet. 

Bake 7-10 minutes. Turn spears and sprinkle with cheese. Bake another 7-10 minutes, or until spears are brown and tender. 

Serves 2

Recipe adapted from the Delaware Department of Agriculture