Baked Asparagus
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Traditionally prepared by steaming, asparagus can also be
boiled and/or baked. Buy firm asparagus spears that are completely
closed at the bud end. Fat spears are just as tender as thin ones, if you
peel them slightly. To peel use a vegetable peeler and begin at the butt end,
cutting more shallow as you near the tip end.
Ingredients:
- Fresh asparagus (peeled)
- Best quality olive oil
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
Directions:
Place the spears in a single layer in a shallow baking dish. Drizzle with
olive oil (1 tablespoon per ½ lb asparagus). Bake in a preheated 500 degrees
Farenheit oven 8-10 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork. Season
to taste with lemon juice, salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
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