INGREDIENTS
15ml olive oil.
2,5ml Italian seasoning *
Asparagus, washed and tough stems removed.
45ml balsamic vinegar.
salt and pepper.
60ml coarsely grated parmesan cheese.
* INGREDIENTS TO MAKE ITALIAN SEASONING
45ml dried basil.
45ml dried oregano.
45ml dried parsley.
15ml garlic powder.
5ml onion powder.
5ml dried thyme.
5ml dried rosemary.
1,2ml black pepper.
1,2ml red pepper flakes.
DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 200°C.
Mix all the spices together in a spice grinder.
Heat and oven proof dish in the hot oven for about 5 minutes.
Remove from oven.
Pour in the oil and Italian seasoning, coating the whole dish.
Roll the asparagus in the oil to coat all sides.
Place dish back into the oven.
Bake for 5-7 minutes.
Do Not overcook.
The asparagus should just be heated through but still very crisp.
Remove from oven.
Drizzle the vinegar over.
Add salt and pepper, to taste.
Sprinkle with cheese.
Serve immediately.
Variation:
– If you don’t want to use the Italian seasoning, you could use any of your favourite herbs.
– You could also not use any herbs at all.
– The Italian seasoning can be stored in an airtight jar for up to 6 months.
