Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

Step 2

Trim the edges of the asparagus off. You want to get all the rough ends cut off.

Step 3

Line a cookie sheet with foil for easy clean up.

Step 4

Lay asparagus on the cookies sheet in an even layer.

Step 5

Drizzle lightly with the olive oil.

Step 6

Sprinkle the minced garlic, salt and pepper over the top of the asparagus.

Step 7

Cook for 5-8 minutes based on the thickness of the asparagus (thinner asparagus will cook faster) until asparagus darkens slightly and is tender. Do NOT overcook. The asparagus should still be crisp.