Roasted Asparagus

By norsegal8

Ingredients

• 2 lb. fresh asparagus (thick stems are better)
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 Tbsp snipped chives
• 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
• 1/4 cup butter, softened

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.

Place the asparagus in a 3-quart rectangular baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with the cheese.

Roast, uncovered about 15 minutes, or until crisp-tender, using tong to toss lightly twice during roasting.

Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the butter, chives and lemon juice.

Transfer the asparagus to a warm platter. Serve with the butter mixture.