3 bunches asparagus spears (3 lb./1.5 kg), trimmed
2 tbsp (25 mL) vegetable oil
1 tbsp (15 mL) grated lemon rind
1/4 cup (50 mL) lemon juice
1/2 tsp (2 mL) each salt and pepper
Recipe
Place asparagus on large rimmed baking sheet or in shallow roasting pan. Sprinkle with oil, lemon rind and juice, salt and pepper; roll asparagus to coat.
(Make-ahead: Cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours)
Roast in 425 F (220 C) oven, rolling occasionally, until tender-crisp, about 20 minutes.