Roasted Asparagus

I am rarely home in the afternoons to watch cooking shows, so this particular day was a special treat. Ric loves to watch these shows and, for the few minutes I got to see, Giada (At Home with Giada on FoodNetwork) happened to be preparing asparagus. It was fast, easy and I will never again steam asparagus! Roasting keeps the lovely green color yet it is moist and tender, too!

1. Preheat the oven to 400*. Use a large enough baking pan to leave a little room between asaragus spears.
2. Wash and trim spears to desired length.
3. Place on baking pan, lightly drizzle with olive oil, then roll asparagus around to coat with oil.
4. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.
5. Place in heated oven for approx. 10-15 minutes, depending on thickness of spears.
6. Remove from oven, place in serving bowl.

ENJOY!! Let me know what you think!