Parmesan Roasted Asparagus - Jenni

Parmesan Roasted Asparagus

-Jenni Anderson, from Barefoot Contessa Family Style by Ina Garten

2 ½ pounds fresh asparagus spears

2 tablespoons olive oil

½ teaspoon kosher salt

¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

2 lemons, cut into wedges (optional for serving)

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. If the stalks of asparagus are thick, peel the bottom half of each. Lay them in a single layer on a sheet pan and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for 15 – 20 minutes, until tender. Sprinkle with Parmesan and return to oven for another minute. Serve with lemon wedges if desired.