Oven Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan & Lemon Juice

I've only managed to make simple things since moving into the apartment. Mostly because, every time I've looked up a new recipe, I would realise I was missing at least 2-3 ingredients. This I put down to my ridiculously small kitchen and it's non-existent pantry (read previous post on new kitchen and lack of space).

So ... its back to basics. :)

Oven Roasted Asparagus w/ Parmesan & Lemon Juice

Ingredients:

• 2 bunches of Asparagus spears (thicker spears are better for oven grilling)
• Drizzle of 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
• Pinch of Salt
• Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
• Freshly grated Parmesan
• 1 Tablespoon of fresh lemon juice

Method:

1. Preheat oven to 180C
2. Bend a stalk of Asparagus (near the thicker end), and let it snap naturally. The ends can be frozen to be used to make chicken stock later on.
3. Line a baking tray with grease proof paper, then place Asparagus on top in a single layer
4. Drizzle olive oil over the top and sprinkle evenly with salt and pepper
5. Place tray into oven and bake for 12-15 minutes. Asparagus should be tender when done
6. Grate a couple of slices of Parmesan over the top and top with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Serve immediately

Notes:

Here is some tips on getting the most out of a bag of lemons...Using either some freezer bags or sandwich bags and an ice-cube tray:

• Peel the Lemon rind and place in bag to be frozen.
• Juice of lemon can be frozen in batches using ice-cube trays to be used later on.