Oven Roasted Asparagus

Ingredients

• 1 bunch thin asparagus spears, trimmed

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 1/2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

• 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)

• 1 teaspoon sea salt

• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).

2. Place the asparagus into a mixing bowl, and drizzle with the olive oil. Toss to coat the spears, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper. Arrange the asparagus onto a baking sheet in a single layer.

3. Bake in the preheated oven until just tender, 12 to 15 minutes depending on thickness. Sprinkle with lemon juice just before serving.