BROILED ASPARAGUS PARMESAN

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This is a tasty fresh vegetable dish ready in 15 minutes. The asparagus stays nice and green when steamed in the microwave or steamer if you prefer. The parmesan gives it a little extra flavor.

Provided by Judith Gollatz-Morgan

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus Baked

Time 13m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus, tough ends trimmed
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 lemon wedge
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
ground white pepper to taste

Steps:

Place asparagus and water in 8x8 inch microwave-safe dish and cover.
Heat in microwave on high until tender, 6 to 7 minutes.
Line a baking sheet with foil.
Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
Remove asparagus from dish and place in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Squeeze lemon wedge into melted butter and drizzle over asparagus.
Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and ground white pepper over asparagus.
Place under broiler until lightly browned, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.1 g, Cholesterol 19.7 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 120 mg, Sugar 2.1 g