Grilled Asparagus With Lemon Herb Crumbs

Marie's Note:

Fabulous tasting asparagus! The lemony garlic herb crumbs are also just made to top seafood.

• Total Time: 23 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 8 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2 slices Italian bread
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon fresh thyme leave
• 1 lemon, juice and zest of
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 lb asparagus
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1⁄8; cup parmesan cheese , grated

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°.
2. Place bread, garlic, salt, thyme, lemon zest and olive oil in food processor and process to breadcrumbs.
3. Place the crumbs onto a shallow baking pan and bake till golden.
4. Put the lemon juice in a small saucepan and whisk in the butter.
5. Remove from heat once the butter has melted.
6. Season asparagus and drizzle with olive oil.
7. Grill for a couple of minutes, just to get grill marks or to your desired doneness.
8. Place grilled asparagus on a platter, sprinkle with the breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese and drizzle with the lemon sauce.