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what is it about watching childhood movies that evokes SO MANY MEMORIES?! omg, they were having a Toy Story marathon on tv this weekend and I can’t believe the first Toy Story came out 22 years ago. I was freaking 8 years old.
as I was watching it, there were so many little things I noticed and then some “terminology” that I definitely didn’t pick up when I was younger. Like, I definitely don’t remember myself knowing what Buzz meant when he asked Woody if he was mocking him. I don’t know, as weird as this all sounds, it’s just funny what you pick up when you watch it again at an older age. And not to mention what you find ridiculous — like how could someone’s mother not realize her son has explosives and is blowing up toys? LOL
it’s asparagus season!! they’re so reasonably priced right now and I’m trying to get my fill before prices skyrocket again.
asparagus is so easy to dress up. like with some lemony pesto!
roasting asparagus is my favorite, but honestly, what vegetable roasted isn’t delicious? brings out so much flavor!
soak up asparagus season with these roasted lemony pesto asparagus dish! perfect for springtime or if you’re willing to shell out the cash (or live in California) — any time of year!
Roasted Lemony Pesto Asparagus
Ingredients
- 1 (454 g) pound asparagus
- 2-3 tablespoons (2 tablespoons) olive oil
- Kosher salt
For the lemony pesto
- 2 cups (48 g) basil leaves
- 2 cloves of garlic
- ½ cup (118 ml) olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup (25 g) freshly grated parmesan cheese
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Equipment
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 °F (204 °C)
- Cut off tough ends from asparagus then place in an even layer on a large baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil all over asparagus then sprinkle with salt.
- Roast for 12 minutes.
- In the meantime, in a food processor, process pesto until desired consistency.
- Once asparagus is done roasting, drizzle pesto on top and serve warm.
NUTRITION FACTS
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Lisa
Thursday 13th of April 2023
I can’t stop making Julie’s dishes (or stop eating them for that matter!) Leftovers? No way! This is so delish, it will be gone in 5 minutes … which is ok because it’s really quick & easy to make. Love the tangy homemade pesto - it’s so lemony and good! Roasted asparagus is the best, in my opinion and the pesto on top makes it a wonderful combination. As always, Julie’s recipes are easy to follow, with exact amounts and good instructions. My tip: if your lemon is rather large, don’t add all the juice at once - taste it in between. You don’t want the lemon to overpower the basil goodness ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Kevin @ Closet Cooking
Tuesday 25th of April 2017
Great way to enjoy asparagus!
Maria
Monday 24th of April 2017
This sounds like a winner!
Marla Meridith
Monday 24th of April 2017
Perfect for spring parties!!
Heather Christo
Monday 24th of April 2017
Julie- this is gorgeous! I watched you watch Toy Story- it made me feel WAY old!!