Baked Asparagus with Balsamic-Butter Sauce

Happy Monday, friends! This weekend flew by way too quickly, and I'm afraid that yesterday was a wasted day. As I get older, I am reminded that I can not drink and party the way I used to. My birthday was fantastic, but I paid dearly for it all day yesterday. Can you say, laid up on the couch all.day.long? I guess this 32-year-old body just can't handle it's liquor anymore! And to the friend who bought me that shot of tequila...we are in a fight right now. Ugh. 

I think my kitchen is growing cobwebs. Well, not literally of course, but I feel like I haven't cooked in forever. Today starts a new week, however, and I'll be back on track, back in routine, and back in the kitchen! I have some great things on the menu that I can't wait to try and share with you!  And to start the week off right, I have an amazing side dish! Asparagus is delicious, but asparagus baked in the oven and then topped with a balsamic-butter sauce is fan-freaking-tastic!! Of course, I am biased to anything involving balsamic vinegar, but really...this was one tasty side dish and will be a great addition to your dinner!

Baked Asparagus with Balsamic-Butter Sauce

Source: Allrecipes

Ingredients

• 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
• cooking spray
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 Tbsp butter
• 1 Tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp balsamic vinegar

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with foil.
2. Lay the asparagus out on the prepared baking sheet, spray with cooking spray, and season with salt and pepper.
3. Bake asparagus  for 12 minutes, or until tender.
4. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Remove from heat, and stir in soy sauce and balsamic vinegar. Pour over the baked asparagus to serve.