Best Roasted Parmesan Asparagus Recipes

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ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH PARMESAN



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Asparagus is a yummy vegetable you can use for a side dish or appetizer.

Provided by Diane

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus     Baked

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

olive oil cooking spray
1 pound fresh asparagus, tough ends trimmed
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Spray the inside of a 9x13 casserole dish with olive oil cooking spray. Place asparagus in the dish and lightly spray spears with cooking spray.
  • Sprinkle asparagus with Parmesan cheese, sea salt, and garlic powder.
  • Roast in preheated oven until fork easily punctures thickest part of stem, about 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 1.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 660.1 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH PARMESAN CREAM SAUCE



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This easy side dish has loads of Parmesan flavor, yet it tastes light enough to not overpower the asparagus. The sauce comes together in minutes while the asparagus roasts in the oven. Quick enough for a busy weeknight meal. Use freshly shredded Parmesan cheese, as the bagged variety doesn't melt well.

Provided by France C

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus     Baked

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup low-fat milk
¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
1 pinch lemon zest

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place asparagus on the baking sheet and season with salt and black pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and lightly toss to coat evenly.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until asparagus is tender-crisp, about 10 minutes for thin asparagus, or 14 minutes for large asparagus.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and stir for 1 to 2 minutes until softened, taking care not to burn garlic. Sprinkle flour onto butter and cook, whisking constantly until mixture is golden and thick, 1 to 2 minutes. Slowly whisk in milk and bring to a light boil until sauce starts to thicken, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Sprinkle in Parmesan cheese and continue whisking until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat - sauce will further thicken.
  • Place asparagus on a serving platter and drizzle with cheese sauce. Garnish with lemon zest and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.7 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Cholesterol 20.6 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 254.9 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

GARLIC ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH PARMESAN



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Such a wonderful and simple presentation of one of spring's best vegetables with the irresistible flavor of garlic. So easy to make- (but no one has to know how easy it is!!!)

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Vegetable

Time 22m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb fresh asparagus
10 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt (to taste)
pepper (to taste)
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (may use Asiago)

Steps:

  • Heat oil and garlic in a small saucepan over low heat until garlic becomes golden- several minutes (do not burn garlic); allow oil to cool.
  • Bend asparagus gently at a natural point and when it snaps, discard end pieces.
  • Place asparagus on a lipped roasting pan and toss with infused olive oil and garlic, coating all pieces.
  • Line up asparagus and push together, season with salt and pepper, then sprinkle with grated Parmesan.
  • Roast in a preheated oven at 400°F for 12 minutes or until cooked to your liking.
  • Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.7, Fat 24.2, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 11, Sodium 198.6, Carbohydrate 14.3, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 4.5, Protein 10.8

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH PARMESAN



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Our pro tip for making roasted asparagus with parmesan? Give familiar vegetables an unexpected flavor by cooking them with a few basic seasonings.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 bunches (1 1/2 pounds) asparagus
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Trim tough ends from asparagus.
  • On a rimmed baking sheet, toss asparagus with olive oil; season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Spread in an even layer. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Roast until asparagus is tender and cheese is melted, 10 to 15 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g

ROASTED PARMESAN ASPARAGUS



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Simple seasonings and Parmesan cheese enhance the flavors of naturally delicious oven-roasted asparagus with Parmesan. If you're wondering how long to cook roasted asparagus we recommend 5-8 minutes, or until it's crisp but tender. This classic side is perfect to pair with a dinner on the grill or next to cheesy casseroles. Love your veggies, especially when it's roasted asparagus with Parmesan.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 lb fresh asparagus
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic pepper blend
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray. Wash asparagus; break off tough ends where stalks snap easily. If desired, peel stems of spears.
  • In shallow bowl, mix remaining ingredients except cheese; toss with asparagus to coat. Spread in pan.
  • Roast uncovered 10 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese; toss to coat. Roast uncovered 5 to 8 minutes longer or until asparagus is crisp-tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 150 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

WOOD ROASTED SHAVED ASPARAGUS, PARMESAN, BREADCRUMBS AND LEMON



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bunch large or jumbo asparagus (can substitute with Brussels sprouts)
Extra-virgin olive oil, for cooking
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 ciabatta loaf, cubed (about 1 quart cubes)
2 cloves garlic, grated
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
  • Trim the woody ends from the asparagus. Using a vegetable peeler, shave the asparagus lengthwise into strips (if using Brussel sprouts, use a knife or mandoline to shave the sprouts).
  • In a large bowl, gently toss the shaved asparagus with 2 tablespoons olive oil and a few pinches of salt and pepper. Pour the asparagus mixture into a 12-inch cast-iron skillet and loosely arrange a "nest." Roast until slightly browned and softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the cubed bread and toss to coat in the olive oil. Allow the bread to toast evenly, tossing often, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the garlic to perfume the oil and bread. Remove the bread from the pan to a cutting board and roughly chop the bread pieces. Toss with the grated Parmesan and black pepper, to taste.
  • Top the asparagus with the breadcrumbs. Garnish with more grated Parmesan.

PARMESAN CRUSTED ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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Roasted asparagus with a parmesan crumb topping.

Provided by Elyse

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

nonstick cooking spray
1 pound asparagus
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup garlic croutons

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Cut the rough ends off the asparagus and place in prepared pan.
  • Generously spray nonstick cooking spray on top of asparagus.
  • Sprinkle Parmesan cheese in an even layer on top of asparagus.
  • Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Place croutons in a resealable bag and crush using a rolling pin until fine crumbs form or place in a food processor.
  • Sprinkle crouton crumbs on top of asparagus and spray again with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until crumb topping is golden brown and asparagus can be easily pierced with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 323 kcal, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Sodium 628 mg, Carbohydrate 40 g, Sugar 8 g, Protein 23 mg

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH PARMESAN



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This has to be the quickest and simplest recipe for asparagus that I've ever tried. The asparagus comes out tender crisp just the way I think it should be! From Martha Stewart Living's Everyday Food magazine, June 2004 issue.

Provided by mersaydees

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 lbs asparagus
1 tablespoon olive oil
coarse salt
ground pepper
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, finely grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Trim and/or peel tough ends from asparagus.
  • On a rimmed baking sheet, toss asparagus with olive oil.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Arrange asparagus in an even layer on the baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Roast in the oven until asparagus is tender and cheese has melted, about 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.2, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 119.5, Carbohydrate 7.2, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 2.3, Protein 6.5

ROASTED POTATOES AND ASPARAGUS WITH PARMESAN



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Provided by Melissa Roberts

Categories     Potato     Side     Roast     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Parmesan     Asparagus     Spring     Summer     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 (side dish) servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F with rack in upper third.
  • Toss together asparagus, potatoes, oil, and 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper in a large shallow baking pan, spreading evenly. Roast, stirring once, 20 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese and roast until cheese is melted and golden in spots, about 3 minutes more.

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH CRUNCHY PARMESAN TOPPING



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Make and share this Roasted Asparagus With Crunchy Parmesan Topping recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Vegetable

Time 24m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup breadcrumbs, preferably homemade
1/2 cup freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
1 1/2 lbs asparagus
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 450 degrees. Combine the bread crumbs and Parmesan.
  • Rinse asparagus and break off woody bottoms. Peel if thick. Lay stalks in a baking dish that will hold them in two or three layers. If the asparagus are thick, add a splash of water. Drizzle with the olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper; place in oven.
  • Roast until the asparagus are tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Test for doneness by piercing a spear with point of a sharp knife; it should slide in but meet a little resistance. (Up to this point, the recipe can be made as much as two hours before serving; just leave asparagus at room temperature.).
  • Turn on broiler and place rack as close as possible to heating element. Top asparagus with cheese-crumb mixture and run under broiler to brown for 1-2 minutes. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.9, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 4.8, Sodium 195, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 2.1, Protein 6.5

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH PROSCIUTTO, PINE NUTS AND SHAVED PARMESAN



Roasted Asparagus with Prosciutto, Pine Nuts and Shaved Parmesan image

Provided by Marcela Valladolid

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

24 medium-thick asparagus spears (about 2 pounds), trimmed and peeled
5 slices prosciutto, cut into 1/4-inch strips
1/2 cup shaved Parmesan
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the asparagus, prosciutto, Parmesan and pine nuts in a large baking dish or on a baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper (light on the salt, as prosciutto and Parm are salty). Toss together all the ingredients to evenly incorporate.
  • Bake until the prosciutto and cheese are crisp, about 12 minutes.

BAREFOOT CONTESSA'S PARMESAN ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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Adapted from Barefoot Contessa Family Style Cookbook, 2002. Roasted asparagus is so yummy and is good with or without the cheese, so you decide!

Provided by Juenessa

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus (about 30 large)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon ground lemon pepper
1/2 cup asiago cheese or 1/2 cup romano cheese
2 lemons, cut in wedges for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • If the stalks of the asparagus are thick, peel the bottom half of each or break the bottom part off.
  • Combine all the ingredients, except the cheese, in a bowl.
  • After combining, arrange the asparagus on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
  • Roast for 15 to 20 minutes, until tender.
  • Sprinkle with the cheese and return to the oven for another minute.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.
  • **Ina Garten prefers thick asparagus to thin ones; as they have more flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.6, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 7.3, Sodium 325.1, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 4, Sugar 3.6, Protein 7.4

PARMESAN ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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Need a fast but upscale side? Just a few ingredients give fresh asparagus wonderful flavor. -Marilyn Brown, Pooler, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Place asparagus in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese, lemon pepper and salt., Bake 20-25 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 382mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH SEA SALT AND PARMESAN



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Roasted asparagus makes a simple yet elegant side dish on any holiday table, but is just as easy and delicious for a weeknight family meal!

Provided by Diamond Crystal Salt

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Diamond Crystal® Salt

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon minced garlic
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon Diamond Crystal® Coarse Sea Salt
1 lemon, finely zested and juiced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place asparagus pieces in large bowl. Add Parmesan cheese, butter, garlic, black pepper, Diamond Crystal® Coarse Sea Salt, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Toss to coat evenly.
  • Transfer asparagus to baking dish in a single layer. Bake until asparagus is tender and beginning to brown, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.2 g, Cholesterol 30.1 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 541.8 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

ROASTED PARMESAN ASPARAGUS WITH POACHED EGGS AND PROSCIUTTO



Roasted Parmesan Asparagus with Poached Eggs and Prosciutto image

Categories     Egg     Breakfast     Brunch     Bake     Poach     Parmesan     Asparagus     Healthy     Prosciutto     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 teaspoons olive oil, divided
4 thin prosciutto slices, thinly sliced crosswise
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
20 asparagus spears, trimmed
1 2-ounce piece Parmesan cheese, shaved into strips
1 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Heat 2 teaspoons oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add prosciutto; sauté until almost crisp, about 1 minute. Transfer to paper towels.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray. Toss asparagus on sheet with remaining oil, then arrange close together. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast until tender, about 12 minutes. Sprinkle cheese over; roast until melted, about 5 minutes. Divide among 4 plates. Cover to keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, pour enough water into large skillet to reach depth of 2 inches. Add 1 teaspoon salt; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium. Crack 4 eggs, 1 at a time, into simmering water. Cook until whites are set but yolks are still soft, about 3 minutes. Using slotted spoon, gently transfer 1 egg to atop asparagus on each plate. Sprinkle each serving with prosciutto and thyme. Season with salt and pepper; serve.

ROASTED PARMESAN ASPARAGUS



Roasted Parmesan Asparagus image

Great way to serve asparagus, and yummy too.

Provided by J Scholfield

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus     Baked

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound asparagus, trimmed
1 teaspoon olive oil
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 fresh lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Place oven rack on top third of oven.
  • Preheat oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C).
  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add asparagus, cover, and steam until barely tender, 2 to 4 minutes depending on thickness.
  • Place steamed asparagus on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and roll asparagus spears in oil until they are coated.
  • Sprinkle with ground black pepper and Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Do not turn or shake asparagus.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 2 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 40.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

PARMESAN ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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"A simple variation helps to ramp up your asparagus to spectacular!"

Provided by C W

Categories     Vegetables

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 4

15 stalks of asparagus
1 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp freshly grated parmesan
1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cut off white ends of asparagus, rinse and dry with a towel.
  • 2. Place in a baking dish and drizzle olive oil over asparagus. Using tongs, roll the asparagus around to make sure it is completely coated with olive oil.
  • 3. Sprinkle parmesan and pepper on top of asparagus. Place in oven.
  • 4. Bake at 350 degrees, uncovered for about 25 minutes or to desired doneness. Remove from oven and serve.

PARMESAN ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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This recipe came from Ina Garten of the Barefoot Contessa -- she is all about quick and simple but wonderful and fresh food. This is so easy, it has become my standard for preparing asparagus!

Provided by CarolAnn

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
lemon wedge (for serving)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Wash and trim the asparagus stalks (I usually cut off the bottom inch or so) Arrange asparagus in a single layer on a cookie sheet and drizzle with the olive oil.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Roast for 15-20 minutes until tender.
  • Sprinkle with the parmesan and return to the oven for about one more minute.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.

BALSAMIC ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH FLEUR DE SEL AND PARMESAN



Balsamic Roasted Asparagus With Fleur De Sel and Parmesan image

This is based on a recipe from Second Helpings from Union Square Cookbook. Much to the dismay of family and friends, I could never learn to appreciate asparagus. It always reminded me somehow of eating grass. But I tried this recipe and finally found a way to love asparagus. This is incredibly simple, but the combination is superb. Spending the extra to get true fleur de sel is really worth it for this dish.

Provided by paperfreeme

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb thin asparagus spear
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt (fleur de sel is excellent here)
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 ounces parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Wash the asparagus and break the tough ends off (no need to peel them in my opinion).
  • Place the asparagus in a roasting pan and drizzle on the oil and sprinkle with the pepper.
  • Shake the pan to coat the asparagus evenly with oil.
  • Place in the oven and roast until asparagus is softened but retains a little crunch, about 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Watch it carefully!
  • It's so sad to overcook it!
  • Remove from oven, arrange on a serving platter and top with the balsamic vinegar, fleur de sel and freshly grated parmesan (no kraft please! Use the real stuff).
  • Serve immediately.

PAN ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH TOASTED GARLIC AND PARMESAN



Pan Roasted Asparagus With Toasted Garlic and Parmesan image

From: "The Best Skillet Recipes" by the editors of Cook's Illustrated magazine, America's Test Kitchen, 2009.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 lbs thick asparagus, tough ends trimmed (about 2 bunches, stalks about 1/2 inch thick)
salt
ground black pepper
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • In a 12-inch skillet, over medium, heat the oil.
  • Add the garlic and cook until crisp and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Careful not to burn. Burnt garlic tastes bitter. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the garlic to a paper towel-lined plate. Set aside. Add the butter to the skillet and set over medium-high. When the butter has melted, add half of the asparagus with the tips pointing in one direction, and the remaining spears pointing in the opposite direction. (This improves browning.) Sprinkle the asparagus with 1/4 teaspoons salt; using tongs, arrange the spears in an even layer. (They won't quite fit into a single layer.) Cover and cook until the spears are bright green and still crisp, about 5 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper, then transfer the asparagus to a serving plate. Sprinkle with the toasted garlic and Parmesan cheese. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.3, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 6.6, Sodium 47.5, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 2.2, Protein 4.5

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