Roasted Asparagus with Balsamic Browned Butter

By angielaine

Ingredients

• 40 asparagus spears, timed (about 2 pounds)
• Cooking spray
• 1/4 tsp kosher salt
• 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
• 2 Tbsp butter
• 2 tsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
• Cracked black pepper (optional)
• Grated lemon rind (optional)

Details

Servings 8

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet and coat with cooking spray. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake at 400 for 8 - 12 minutes or until tender. Melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat; cook 3 minutes or until lightly browned, shaking pan occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in soy sauce and balsamic vinegar. Drizzle over asparagus, tossing well to coat. Garnish with cracked pepper and lemon rind if desired.