Garlic and Parmesan give this simple roasted side dish Italian flair.

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this easy-to-make recipe for One-Pan Garlic-Parmesan Asparagus.

1. Info for One-Pan Garlic-Parmesan Asparagus

  • Cook Time: 22 min
  • Total Time: 22 min
  • Servings: 4
  • Calories: 80.26 kcal

2. Ingredients for One-Pan Garlic-Parmesan Asparagus

  • 2 large cloves garlic
  • 1 1/4 lbs. asparagus
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • Black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese

3. Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Crush and finely mince the garlic cloves.
  4. Trim the rough ends from the asparagus spears, and arrange them on the baking sheet.
  5. Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and the minced garlic.
  6. Roast on middle rack of oven until the asparagus is crisp-tender, 10-12 minutes.
  7. Check to see that asparagus is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
  8. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the spears. Toss the asparagus with tongs to coat and slightly melt the cheese. Serve immediately.

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4. Tips for Perfect Results

For the best texture, choose asparagus spears that are similar in thickness so they cook evenly. If your spears vary significantly in size, arrange thicker ones toward the outside of the pan where they’ll get more heat. Don’t overcrowd the pan – asparagus should be in a single layer for proper roasting. For extra flavor, try adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving, or substitute the Parmesan with Pecorino Romano for a sharper taste.