• prep: 15 min
• cook: 0 hr
• total: 15 min

servings:

Roasting asparagus at a high temperature concentrates its flavor and guarantees a tender -- but not mushy -- texture. To ensure crunchy crumbs, sprinkle them on just before serving.

• 2 pounds asparagus, trimmed
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
• 1/2 lemon, juiced and zested
• Garnish: 1/2 lemon, cut into wedges

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