Asparagus Parmesan

(Originally posted by Blest)

Because you can never have too many asparagus recipes…

Asparagus Parmesan

Ingredients
1/2 pound fresh asparagus (6 to 10 spears)
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions
1. Trim the ends of the asparagus, about 1 inch or so from the bottom. Place asparagus in a 2-quart microwaveable casserole dish with about 1/4 cup water. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and cook in microwave, 10 to 12 minutes, or until tender to taste. Carefully remove plastic (steam will be very hot) and drain.

2. Gently toss the asparagus with olive oil to coat; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and pepper. Cook, uncovered, 1 minute to melt cheese. Let stand 2 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information
124 calories
9 g total fat (2 g saturated)
5 mg cholesterol
5 g carbohydrate
2 g fiber
5 g protein
125 mg sodium