Oven-Roasted Asparagus

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp lite olive oil
• 1⁄2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 1⁄2 lbs asparagus, washed, tough stems removed
• 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar (good quality)
• salt and pepper
• 1⁄4 cup course grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

1. Heat an Oven proof pan (about 10") in a hot oven for 5 minutes. Pour in the oil& Italian seasoning. Coat the whole pan.
2. Roll the asparagus in the oil to coat all sides. Bake in 400°F degrees oven for 5–7 minutes Do not over cook!
3. The asparagus should just be heated through but suntil very crisp. Remove from oven, drizzle with the vinegar. Add salt& pepper. Sprinkle with Parmesan (if desired). Serve immediately or serve at room temperature.