Ingredients

24 large asparagus spears, about 2 pounds, trimmed and peeled

extra-virgin olive oil

coarse sea salt and freshly ground pepper

aged balsamic vinegar

Parmesan, for shaving

Preparation

Preheat oven to 400’. Arrange asparagus spears in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle oil over asparagus and turn to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Roast, turning occasionally, until lightly browned and just tender, 18-20 minutes.

Transfer asparagus to a platter. To serve, drizzle vinegar over hot asparagus and use a vegetable peeler to shave Parmesan over spears.