Step 1

Rinse 2 bunches of asparagus and break off the ends by holding the base end and snapping it wherever it snaps.

Step 2

Place asparagus in a large baking dish, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Squeeze 1/2 of a lemon over the asparagus. Line the top third of the asparagus with lemon slices from the other half of your lemon (optional).

Step 4

Thinly slice 4 tbsp of butter and line the center of the asparagus with butter.

Step 5

Bake at 400°F for 12 minutes or until asparagus is tender. Remove asparagus from the oven and set oven to Broil.

Step 6

Sprinkle the center of the asparagus with Parmesan cheese and broil 2-3 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden.