Garlic asparagus

This simple recipes makes for a delicious Christmas dinner side dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound of asparagus, rinsed
• 1 tablespoon of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 1/ teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of pepper

Preparation:

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the asparagus in a glass casserole dish. Brush the garlic over the asparagus, then drizzle with the oil. Season with the salt and pepper. Bake for 20 minutes.

Serving suggestion:

To blacken the tips of the asparagus, turn the oven onto broil and cook for an additional five minutes.

Irene Milito