Garlic Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. 1

   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.

2. 2

   Bend asparagus gently at a natural point and when it snaps, discard end pieces.

3. 3

   Place asparagus on a lipped roasting pan and toss with infused olive oil and garlic, coating all pieces.

4. 4

   Line up asparagus and push together, season with salt and pepper, then sprinkle with grated parmesan.

5. 5

   Roast in a preheated oven at 400F for 12 minutes or until cooked to your liking.

6. 6

   Serve at once.