Roasted Spring Asparagus & Potatoes

Ingredients

1 bunch fresh asparagus, with thick stalks, ends trimmed, cut in 1 1/2 – 2 inch pieces

1-2 pounds new potatoes, cut in half or thirds (the larger ones)

olive oil

3 cloves garlic, sliced

1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning, crushed between fingertips

sea or kosher salt and fresh black pepper

1-2 tablespoons fresh basil or parsley, chopped

fresh grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In an extra large mixing bowl toss the asparagus, potatoes, 2-3 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning and plenty of salt and pepper together. Alternately you can use your hands to massage the oil and seasonings into the vegetables.
2. Grease a roasting pan, casserole dish or sheet pan. Roast vegetables about 35-45 minutes until potatoes are tender. Garnish with fresh herbs. Serve with Parmesan cheese