ROASTED ASPARAGUS & SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS

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A great side to roast chicken, these vegetables are also delicious served on a bed of mixed greens and drizzled with a little more oil and vinegar. They are equally good warm or at room temperature.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and peeled
1 lb small shiitake mushroom, rinsed,stems removed
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, toss the asparagus and the mushrooms with the olive oil to coat (adding a little more if necessary).
  • Sprinkle with the coarse salt.
  • Spread the vegetables on two cookie sheets so they are not touching.
  • Roast for about 20 to 25 minutes, shaking the pans occasionally so that the vegetables do not stick, until the asparagus is nicely browned and the mushrooms are cooked through.
  • Remove the pans from the oven and arrange the vegetables on individual plates or a serving platter.
  • Drizzle with the balsamic vinegar and season with the salt the pepper to taste.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

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