Ingredients
1-1/2
lbs. fresh asparagus (medium sized)
2
or 3 garlic cloves, 1/2 minced and 1/2 sliced
Salt and black pepper to taste
Hot pepper flakes to taste
Directions
1.
Heat oven to 450-500degrees.
2.
Rinse asparagus and break off tough ends.
3.
Place asparagus in a shallow roasting pan, and coat with oil. Sprinkle with garlic.
4.
Add salt, black pepper and pepper flakes to taste.
5.
Roast uncovered for 6-10 minutes, shake to keep from sticking to pan. (Time depends on size of asparagus; you want the asparagus to be fork tender)
6.
Plate and serve with lemon wedges.
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