1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
2. Snap off the tough ends of asparagus and, if
desired, peel the stalks. Toss the asparagus
with oil and season with salt and pepper.
Spread the asparagus in a single layer in a
shallow roasting pan or baking sheet with
sides. (If the pan is not large enough, use two
pans.) Roast until tender and browned, 10 to 15
minutes, shaking once during roasting. Sprinkle
with balsamic vinegar and toss. Taste and
adjust seasonings. Let cool to room
temperature; serve within 2 hours.
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