Simple Roasted Asparagus
I love asparagus cooked this way. It is super easy and fast. You can also prepare it on the grill using a grill basket. The asparagus is also great with a drizzle of Balsamic Vinegar on it after it has been cooked.
1 pound fresh asparagus
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Yields: 4 Servings
Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Snap off tough ends of asparagus. Arrange in a 15- x 10-inch jellyroll pan. Drizzle with olive oil.
Bake on upper rack in the oven for 5 minutes and then check with a fork for doneness. If not tender yet, bake another 3-5 minutes until it is tender but not overdone. Sprinkle with sugar, salt, and pepper. Serve immediately.
Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 118 Calories; 10g Fat (73.6% calories from fat); 3g Protein; 6g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 136mg Sodium. Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 1 Vegetable; 2 Fat; 0 Other Carbohydrates.
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