ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMONY BREADCRUMBS

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Roasting asparagus at a high temperature concentrates its flavor and guarantees a tender-but not mushy-texture. To ensure crunchy crumbs, sprinkle them on just before serving.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds asparagus, trimmed
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
1/2 lemon, juiced and zested
Garnish: 1/2 lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Arrange asparagus on a rimmed baking sheet, and drizzle with oil. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Roast until tender, 18 to 20 minutes, then transfer to a platter.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add panko, and cook, stirring frequently, until deep golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in lemon juice and zest. Season with salt.
  • Top asparagus with breadcrumbs, and garnish with lemon.

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