Easy Asparagus Recipe

Easy Roast Asparagus

• 2 lbs. fresh asparagus
• 1 lb. carrots
• 1/4 to 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
• 1/4 to 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup ground Parmesan cheese
• pepper, freshly ground

• Preheat oven to 400° F.
• Pour about 1/4 cup olive oil onto a cookie sheet with a rim.
• Wash asparagus thoroughly and lay on towel to dry. Snap off bottom end, (peel stem if desired), and lay onto cookie sheet.
• Peel carrots and cut into strips similar in size to asparagus. Layer onto or beside asparagus.
• Drizzle olive oil over all, gently turning vegetables so that they are all coated with oil.
• Sprinkle bread crumbs and then Parmesan cheese over vegetables.
• Season with freshly ground pepper.
• Bake for about 12 to 15 minutes, until done to your liking.
• Serves 4 - 6. Shown above served with roast pork and noodles.