Broiled Asparagus Parmesan

Name: Broiled Asparagus Parmesan
Prep time: 10 min
Cuisine: allrecipes.com
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh asparagus, tough ends trimmed; 2 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons melted butter; 1 lemon wedge; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; ground white pepper to taste

Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus, tough ends trimmed
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 lemon wedge
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
ground white pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1

Place asparagus and water in 8x8 inch microwave-safe dish and cover.

Step 2

Heat in microwave on high until tender, 6 to 7 minutes.

Step 3

Line a baking sheet with foil.

Step 4

Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.

Step 5

Remove asparagus from dish and place in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 6

Squeeze lemon wedge into melted butter and drizzle over asparagus.

Step 7

Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and ground white pepper over asparagus.

Step 8

Place under broiler until lightly browned, about 2 minutes.