Asparagus, Oven-Roasted - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 tablespoon lite olive oil
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 1/2 lbs asparagus, washed, tough stems removed
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (good quality)
salt and pepper
1/4 cup course grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Preparation

Heat an Oven proof pan (about 10\") in a hot oven for 5 minutes.
Pour in the oil& Italian seasoning.
Coat the whole pan.
Roll the asparagus in the oil to coat all sides.
Bake in 400F degrees oven for 5-7 min Do not over cook!
The asparagus should just be heated through but still very crisp.
Remove from oven, drizzle with the vinegar.
Add salt& pepper.
Sprinkle with Parmesan (if desired).
Serve immediately or serve at room temperature.