2 pounds asparagus
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp thin strips orange peel
1 tsp cumin seeds
salt and pepper
Rinse asparagus; trim off stem ends. In a 12- by 17-inch baking pan, mix asparagus with olive oil, orange peel, and cumin. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
Bake in a 450º oven until asparagus is tender when pierced, 10 – 12 minutes. Arrange on platter.
Serves 6 – 8.
