Panko Roasted Asparagus

By Wollygator

Ingredients

• 1 pound thick asparagus spears
• 1/2 cup light mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup Dijon-style mustard
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 cup panko bread crumbs
• 2 tablespoons peanut oil

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Snap off and discard woody bases from asparagus. If desired, scrape off scales. In a small bowl combine the next three ingredients (through lemon juice). Transfer half of the mixture to a small bowl, cover and chill until ready to serve.

2. Place bread crumbs in a shallow dish. Spread asparagus with remaining mayonnaise mixture, then roll in bread crumbs to coat. Place in a 15x10-inch baking pan. Drizzle with oil.

3. Roast 12 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender and crumbs are golden. Serve with reserved mayonnaise mixture.