Roasted Sesame Asparagus

"Simple but delicious"


Make 4 servings.


Ingredients :

• 2 bunches (1 1/2 pounds) thick asparagus, ends trimmed, cut into 2-inch lengths
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Coarse salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds

Directions :

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a roasting pan, toss with oil; season with salt. Roast 10 minutes, turning the asparagus halfway through.
2. Add sesame seeds, and roast until the asparagus is lightly browned and tender, about 5 minutes more.