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Roasted Lemony Asparagus

 

Perfect to accompany a meat dish...
 

2 lbs 

 

asparagus spears

 

¼ cup 

 

extra virgin olive oil

 

¼ tsp 

 

sea salt

 

 

 

freshly ground black pepper

 

2 Tbs 

 

chopped preserved lemons

 

 

1

Preheat oven to 400° F. Snap off woody bases from asparagus; discard. If stems are tough, remove outer layers with a vegetable peeler.

2

Arrange asparagus in a single layer in a 15x10x1" jelly roll pan. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt.

3

Roast, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until crisp-tender. Season with freshly ground black pepper. Sprinkle with chopped preserved lemons.

 

 Cooking Tips

*If preserved lemon is not available, in a small bowl combine 2 Tablespoons finely shredded lemon peel and 1/2 teaspoon of salt; sprinkle on roasted asparagus.

 

 Recipe Source

Better Homes and Gardens

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