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Cacio e Pepe Roasted Asparagus
1½ pounds asparagus spears
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons freshly grated Italian Pecorino cheese
1 tablespoon freshly grated Italian Parmesan cheese
1 lemon, quartered
Flaky sea salt
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
Place 12 cups of water and 2 tablespoons of salt in a large pot, cover, and bring to a boil. Remove and discard 1½ inches from the woody ends of the asparagus. When the water boils, add the asparagus and blanch for 3 to 4 minutes, until al dente. Drain.
Transfer the asparagus to a 10 x 12-inch rectangular baking dish. Add the butter, 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper and toss to coat the asparagus. Arrange the asparagus decoratively in the dish, sprinkle with the Pecorino and Parmesan, and roast for 5 minutes, until the cheese melts. Squeeze on some lemon juice, sprinkle with sea salt, and serve hot.
Yield: 4 servings