Roasted Asparagus 3 Ways

  • Prep 5 min
  • Total 15 min
  • Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 lb)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons coarse Kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon, freshly ground black pepper
  • Lemon slices, if desired

Steps

  • 1
    Heat oven to 425 degrees.
  • 2
    Snap off hard ends of asparagus. Toss with olive oil, kosher salt, and pepper.
  • 3
    Place in a single layer on a cookie sheet. Bake for 8 minutes or until crisp-soft.
  • 4
    Garnish with lemon. Serve immediately.

  • Follow the steps for Simply Roasted asparagus above. While asparagus is roasting, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small sauce pan over medium heat. Cook 3 minutes or until lightly browned, shaking pan occasionally. Remove from heat. Stir in 2 teaspoons soy sauce and 1 teaspoon vinegar. Drizzle over asparagus, tossing well to coat. Serve immediately.
  • Follow the steps for Simply Roasted asparagus above. While asparagus is roasting, cut 3 oz of prosciutto in half lengthwise. After removing spears from the oven, let cool slightly before wrapping each one with a strip of prosciutto. Serve at room temperature.
  • Experiment with garnishes for Simply Roasted asparagus. Try fresh herbs, toasted nuts, or caramelized shallots.
  • Tuck a few crumbles of goat cheese or other soft cheese inside prosciutto-wrapped spears for an extra-rich appetizer.

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