Its the easiest way to get perfectly cooked asparagus on the table in a hurry.

Once I tried Martha’s method, though, I was hooked.

Martha’s roasted asparagus recipe is proof of that.

Martha Stewart photo cut-out on a green background next to a photo of roasted asparagus in a bowl

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Roast for 15 minutes in a 450F oven until the cheese is melted and golden.

This recipe is deceptively simple, but the genius is in the heat.

A sprinkle of Parmesan adds umami and salt, giving the dish more complexity than you might expect.

bowl of roasted asparagus

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Another benefit of the high heat is that the finely grated Parmesan melts and cooks to a golden crisp.

Choose plump-looking bunches for the best flavor.

roasted asparagus in a bowl with a wooden spoon on the kitchen counter