Parmesan Roasted Asparagus Recipe

By clawson

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Place asparagus in an ungreased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese, lemon-pepper and salt.
Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Yield: 4 servings.

Parmesan Pointers
When a recipe calls for shredded Parmesan cheese, use the cheese found in bags in the grocery store dairy section. Shredded Parmesan is often used in salads or soups where the shreds make a pretty garnish. If grated Parmesan is called for, use the finely grated cheese sold in containers with shaker/pour tops. This type works well in lasagna and casseroles. (You can substitute either shredded or grated Parmesan in equal proportions in your favorite recipes.) If you decide to buy a chunk of Parmesan cheese and grate your own, be sure to use the finest section on your grating tool. You can also use a blender or food processor. Simply cut the cheese into 1-inch cubes and process 1 cup of cubes at a time on high until finely grated.