Roasted Asparagus

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. In 15 1/2- by 10 1/2-inch jelly-roll pan, sprinkle asparagus with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and drizzle with oil; shake pan to coat asparagus.
2. 2
   Roast asparagus 10 to 12 minutes (depending on thickness) or until lightly browned and tender.
3. 3
   Remove pan from oven; cover with foil to keep warm.
4. 4
   Just before serving, sprinkle Parmesan over asparagus.