Parmesan-roasted Asparagus

Description
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 * Show: Barefoot Contessa
 * Episode: Anniversary Dinner
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Ingredients

 * 2 ½ pounds fresh asparagus (about 30 large)
 * 2 tablespoons olive oil
 * ½ teaspoon kosher salt
 * ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
 * ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
 * 2 lemons, cut in wedges, for serving

Directions

 * 1) Preheat the oven to 400° F.
 * 2) If the stalks of the asparagus are thick, then peel the bottom half of each.
 * 3) Lay them in a single layer on a sheet pan and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
 * 4) Roast for 15 to 20 minutes, until tender.
 * 5) Sprinkle with the Parmesan and return to the oven for another minute. Serve hot and plain with lemon wedges.