Ingredients

  • 1 lemon
  • 1 small Parmesan cheese wedge
  • 3 tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 bunch asparagus
  • 3/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper

Method

  • From lemon, grate 1 teaspoon peel.
  • With vegetable peeler, remove enough shavings from wedge of Parmesan to equal 1 cup, loosely packed (about 2 ounces).
  • Set aside.
  • In nonstick 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat until hot.
  • Add asparagus, salt, and pepper, turning to coat asparagus.
  • Cook, covered, 6 to 7 minutes or until asparagus is tender and lightly browned.
  • Remove skillet from heat.
  • Sprinkle with lemon peel.
  • Transfer asparagus to warm platter; top with Parmesan shavings.