Ingredients

1

bunch asparagus (about 1 lb)

1

tablespoon olive oil

2

teaspoons coarse Kosher salt

1

teaspoon, freshly ground black pepper

Lemon slices, if desired

Preparation

Heat oven to 425 degrees.

Snap off hard ends of asparagus. Toss with olive oil, kosher salt, and pepper.

Place in a single layer on a cookie sheet. Bake for 8 minutes or until crisp-soft.

Garnish with lemon. Serve immediately.