GRILLED ASPARAGUS

Ingredients:

1: 11.75″ x 5.25″ Outdoor Gourmet Grilling Plank. Soaked in water for 1-2 hours before using.

1 bunch of fresh asparagus

Juice of 2 fresh lemons (approx. 3-4 tablespoons)

1 tsp. fresh lemon zest

3-4 TBS. extra virgin olive oil

Coarsely ground salt and pepper

First: Wash and trim asparagus. Mix lemon juice and olive oil. In a shallow pan or bowl, toss asparagus gently with lemon juice and olive oil to coat.

Second: Arrange asparagus spears in one layer on wet plank. Apply ground, coarse salt and pepper to taste.

Then: Place plank on medium heat grill. Close lid and cook for about 10 min. or until crisp and tender. Check every few minutes. If flare-ups occur douse flames with spray water bottle.

Finally: When done cooking, remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh lemon zest. Serve from plank or from a serving platter.