Parmesan Baked Asparagus
Parmesan baked asparagus offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures! It can be a good side dish or a light lunch on its own.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. fresh asparagus, washed and trimmed
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Wash and trim the asparagus. In a large mixing bowl, toss the asparagus with olive oil, making sure each spear is evenly coated.
- In a small bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese and garlic powder.
- Place the asparagus spears on the lined baking sheet in a single layer. Sprinkle the Parmesan and garlic powder mixture evenly over the asparagus. Season the asparagus with salt and pepper, to taste. Bake it for 10-13 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender and the Parmesan is golden and crispy. The exact cooking time will depend on the thickness of the asparagus.
- Remove the asparagus from the oven and transfer it to a serving plate. Enjoy!