Roasted Asparagus with Balsamic Glaze
Whether you get your asparagus from the store or in the wild, this recipe is sure to be a great addition to your meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus, fresh
- 1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- ½ cup pine nuts, toasted (or other nut such as almonds,
optional) - ½ cup parmesan cheese (optional)
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
Directions
Preheat oven to 425 F. Break off the woody ends of the asparagus and place in a large bowl. Toss asparagus with oil to coat. Spread the asparagus on a baking sheet in a single layer and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast asparagus in the oven for 10 minutes or until tender. While the asparagus is roasting, pour the balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stirring constantly, cook the vinegar until reduced by half. Turn off the heat and set aside. Transfer the asparagus to a serving dish. Sprinkle with pine nuts and parmesan cheese. Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the asparagus and serve.
