Cheesy Baked Asparagus

This cheesy baked asparagus recipe is easy to make, featuring melted Gouda on tender asparagus spears. It's a versatile side that complements any meal.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 246 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
• 3 cloves garlic, pressed through a garlic press
• freshly cracked Himalayan pink salt to taste
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly cracked mixed peppercorns
• 1.5 cups shredded Gouda cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.

Step 3

Spread asparagus on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with oil; season with garlic, and black pepper. Toss to coat.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes. Set asparagus aside.

Step 5

Arrange spears so they're touching; sprinkle Gouda cheese down center of spears. Broil until cheese melts, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt.