Easy Broiled Asparagus

Directions

1. 1
   Rinse the asparagus spears.
2. 2
   Snap off the tough ends of the spears.
3. 3
   Place the asparagus in a shallow metal or ceramic pan.
4. 4
   Drizzle olive oil over the asparagus.
5. 5
   Sprinkle sea salt or kosher salt over the asparagus.
6. 6
   Grind fresh black pepper over the asparagus.
7. 7
   Shake the pan back and forth to distribute the olive oil, salt and black pepper over the asparagus.
8. 8
   Plan on the oven rack about 6 inches under the broiler.
9. 9
   Broil for 11 minutes, or until the asparagus has a nice broiled char to them.
10. 10
    Serve immediately. Enjoy!