Cheesy Garlic Roasted Asparagus

Cheesy Garlic Roasted Asparagus

from cafedelites.com
20 min

Ingredients

  • 1 pound (500 g) asparagus spears, woody ends removed
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic (or 4 cloves garlic, minced)
  • 3/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
  • 1 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet with nonstick cooking oil spray.

  2. 2

    Arrange asparagus on baking sheet. Set aside.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl mix together olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Drizzle the oil mixture over the asparagus and toss to evenly coat.

  4. 4

    Bake for 10-15 minutes until vibrant and just beginning to get tender.

  5. 5

    Remove from oven and top with the mozzarella cheese. Return to oven and broil (or grill) until the cheese melts and becomes golden (about 4-5 minutes).

  6. 6

    Adjust salt and pepper, if needed. Serve immediately.