Asparagus Caesar - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 lbs. fresh asparagus
1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted
1/4 cup +2 Tbsp. lemon juice
paprika
lemon slices (optional)

Preparation

Cook asparagus in a small amount of water 6-8 minutes or until crisp tender; drain.
Place asparagus in a 12x8x2 baking dish.
Combine butter and lemon juice; pour over asparagus. Sprinkle cheese and paprika over asparagus.
Place under broiler until browned.
Garnish with lemon, if desired.