Garlic Parmesan Asparagus
1 bundle asparagus spears, trimmed
1 Tbs. minced garlic
2 Tbs. olive oil
1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
1. Prepare asparagus spears (See preparation instructions below)
2. Heat olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat
3. Add asparagus and toss the spears around in the oil to coat evenly
4. Salt and pepper to taste (I also throw a little garlic salt over them sometimes - optional)
5. Cook asparagus for approximately 5 minutes, stirring and rotating occasionally
6. Add minced garlic, continue to stir occasionally and cook for another 10 minutes (or until the thick ends of the spears become tender)
7. Sprinkle parmesan cheese on top of the spears and cook until melted (about 1 minute)
Serve warm
How to prepare asparagus:
Rinse the spears in warm water. Then remove and discard the tough ends by either using a knife to cut off a few inches or you can 'bend' each stalk until it breaks at its natural breaking point. (I prefer the bending method to ensure that you are left with the most tender parts of the asparagus with minimal waste)