Skeletal Fingers

Tender white asparagus spears roasted to perfection with garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs. This simple yet elegant side dish brings out the delicate flavor of white asparagus.

4 servings
20 min

Ingredients

  • 1 pound white asparagus spears, rinsed and trimmed
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ whole lemon
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a roasting pan with foil and drizzle with olive oil.

    5 min

  2. 2.

    2. Place asparagus in pan and drizzle liberally with olive oil. Roll the spears back and forth until they are completely coated.

    2 min

  3. 3.

    3. Sprinkle on minced garlic, salt, and pepper.

    1 min

  4. 4.

    4. Roast for 8 to 10 minutes, until lightly browned and tender when pierced with a fork.

    10 min

  5. 5.

    5. Remove from oven, squeeze fresh lemon juice over top, and garnish with thyme leaves if using.

    2 min

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