Basic Roasted Asparagus

Ingredients

• Fresh lemon juice (optional)
• ½ tsp. kosher salt; more to taste
• 1 to 3 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 lb. asparagus
• Freshly ground black pepper

Position a rack in the center of the oven and heat the oven to 475° F. Line a heavy-duty rimmed baking sheet with parchment. Rinse the asparagus, pat dry, and snap off the tough bottom ends. In a medium bowl, toss the asparagus with enough of the olive oil to coat generously, the salt, and a few ...

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