Asparagus

[ndrosen]

I’m not at work yet; I’m taking some leave, because the exterminators are coming to my apartment, and I removed various items from the kitchen counters and the top of the refrigerator.

I have eaten asparagus now and then, but I don’t believe that I had ever cooked it for myself until a couple of days ago. I boiled a few stalks Tuesday evening, and then on Wednesday, I roasted some asparagus with a bit of olive oil. Both turned out pretty well, although the boiled asparagus would have been better cooled in ice water. Here’s to a more varied diet.

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[ysabetwordsmith]

We like to roll asparagus stalks in olive oil, sprinkle with thyme, and then roast in the oven until tender. The tips get crunchy and everything has more of a nutty flavor.

[warriorsavant]

My better half loves asparagus. I don't mind it, like it in small doses, but unfortunately, hard to get only a dozen stalks at a time.

[thewayne]

Roast asparagus. Much better than boiled, plus boiling leeches out a lot of nutritional value. I'm a big fan of asparagus, I should buy it more often.

My favorite recipe:
One bunch large asparagus, wood stems broken off
Large rectangular oven container
Lemon olive oil (regular is ok)
Lemon juice
Coarse salt
Shredded parm (I don't recall if cheese is part of your diet)

Preheat oven to 425f.
Lay out trimmed asparagus.
Douse liberally with olive oil, lemon juice, and toss within pan for coverage.
Lightly salt.
Cover with cheese to taste.
Roast for 12-15 minutes.