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Crispy Garlic Parmesan Asparagus Bundles

A delightful dish featuring tender asparagus wrapped with garlic and Parmesan cheese, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Vegetable
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound asparagus, trimmed Trimmed asparagus for even cooking.
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Feel free to add more for extra cheesiness.
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic adds the best flavor.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest Zest enhances the flavor profile.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Rinse the asparagus under cold water and trim the ends to ensure even cooking.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, olive oil, lemon zest, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. Lay out the asparagus onto a baking sheet and drizzle the garlic and olive oil mixture over the top. Toss to coat.
  5. Generously sprinkle grated Parmesan over the coated asparagus.
Cooking
  1. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until asparagus is tender and cheese is golden brown.
  2. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a minute before serving. Best served warm.

Notes

Substitutions include using Pecorino Romano or nutritional yeast. Keep an eye on asparagus while baking to avoid overcooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.