Roasted Asparagus

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Roasted Asparagus

Recipe By : http://www.lhj.com
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Asparagus Ladies Home Journal

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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4 pounds asparagus -- trimmed and peeled
2 tablespoons melted butter -- or olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Heat oven to 450øF. Toss asparagus, butter, salt and pepper on a
jelly-roll pan
; arrange in a single layer. Roast 15 to 18 minutes until tender. Makes 8 ser
vings.

Roasting the asparagus instead of boiling or steaming it is an easy way to keep
its tender-crisp texture.

Prep time: 15 minutes Roasting time: 15 to 18 minutes Degree of difficulty: eas
y

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