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Crispy Garlic Parmesan Roasted Asparagus Bundles

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy, garlicky asparagus bundles coated with Parmesan cheese, perfect as a flavorful side dish for dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
  • 3 large garlic cloves, finely minced
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (50 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt (kosher or sea salt preferred)
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Fresh lemon zest from 1 lemon (optional)
  • Baking twine or kitchen string (or toothpicks) to tie bundles

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Trim the asparagus by snapping off the woody ends near the base (about 1-1.5 inches). Rinse and pat dry thoroughly.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 3 finely minced garlic cloves, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Stir well.
  4. Add the trimmed asparagus to the bowl and toss gently but thoroughly to coat each stalk with the garlicky oil.
  5. Group asparagus into bundles of 6-8 stalks and tie each bundle securely with kitchen twine or use toothpicks.
  6. Generously sprinkle ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese over each bundle, pressing lightly so it sticks. Optionally, sprinkle fresh lemon zest on top.
  7. Arrange the bundles spaced evenly on the prepared baking sheet to allow hot air circulation.
  8. Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, watching closely from 12 minutes for golden brown, bubbly cheese and tender stalks with a slight bite.
  9. Remove the bundles carefully and let them rest on the pan for 2-3 minutes to let flavors settle and cheese crisp further.
  10. Slide off the twine (or leave on for rustic charm) and serve immediately.

Notes

Use fresh asparagus for best results; frozen asparagus tends to be softer and less crispy. To prevent garlic from burning, mix minced garlic with olive oil right before roasting. If Parmesan isn’t crisping enough, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end but watch closely to avoid burning. Don’t overcrowd the pan to allow proper air circulation. Let bundles rest after roasting to firm up the cheese. For dairy-free, substitute Parmesan with nutritional yeast. For a spicy kick, add crushed red pepper flakes to the oil mixture.

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