Asparagus Baked In Foil - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. asparagus, washed and trimmed
salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tsp. lemon juice
1/4 c. strong chicken broth
parsley and lemon rind (for garnish)

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 400\u00b0.
Place the asparagus in the center of a large sheet of aluminum foil in a baking pan with the edges folded up to keep the liquid inside.
Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with lemon juice and pour the broth over all.
Fold the sides over and seal.
Bake for 20 to 30 minutes or until the asparagus are al dente, just cooked.
Place the asparagus on a platter and pour the juice over.
Serve immediately, garnished with parsley and lemon rind.
Serves 4.