asparagus

I ate asparagus growing up but it was never something I really loved. My husband and kids LOVE it. So I've been making it for them and eating it too, but it wasn't anything special... until I found this recipe for Parmesan Roasted Asparagus in my Barefoot Contessa Cookbook. I love it! It's great even without the parmesan cheese.

The Barefoot Contessa Cookbooks have started me roasting my veggies a lot more. The flavor is just wonderful that way. I still have to steam some for Eleanor and Gregory (it's easier for them to chew), but Kurt and I really enjoy it this way.

I usually foil line my cookie sheet for easier clean up.

Just drizzle olive oil and sprinkle with salt (kosher) and pepper (freshly ground).

After 20 min at about 400, grate cheese over and put back in oven for a few minutes.

These asparagus were really skinny I usually like to get them bigger, they seem to have more flavor and don't get dried out as much.