asparagus with parmesan crust

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 pound thin asparagus spears
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 ounce shaved parmesan cheese
• freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, or to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 25 mins


• preheat oven to 450 degrees f (230 degrees c).
• place asparagus on a baking sheet. drizzle with olive oil, and toss to coat. arrange asparagus spears in a single layer. spread parmesan cheese over asparagus, and season with freshly ground black pepper.
• bake 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until cheese is melted and asparagus is tender but crisp. serve immediately on warm plates, sprinkling with balsamic vinegar to taste.