Grilled Parmesan Asparagus

I didn't grow up having experienced asparagus.  I asked my mom the other day why that is, and she said, "because your dad isn't a fan."  Isn't it funny how families eat that way? If mom or dad doesn't care for it, you grow up not knowing if you like it or not.

I recently joined a group of folks who are trying to "eat clean" and exercise more.  My idea of eating clean didn't start off too well, mostly due to the fact that I'm just NOT a vegetable person.  I was challenged to try more veggies on this challenge, or try cooking them different ways until I found something I liked.

I came across many different Asparagus recipes on Pinterest, and I played with a few until I came up with a recipe my family enjoys.  My husband LOVES when I come home with asparagus now, because that means he's going to be firing up the grill soon! :)

So, (drum-roll please....) here is the recipe for:
GRILLED PARMESAN ASPARAGUS

Mmmmmm..... Ready for my plate!!!

All you need for this recipe is:
aluminum foil
1 lb. fresh asparagus
1 tbsp. coconut oil (or any oil you prefer)
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp minced garlic

1.  Rinse off the asparagus, then cut off the tough bottoms.  I cut a little more than necessary, only because I didn't cut off enough ONE time, and nearly ruined my self forever on liking this wonderful veggie!

2. Make a tray/pan out of aluminum foil.  My foil tray is about 18" long.  Just roll out a little more foil than you think you need, and fold up the edges a couple of times to form a lip on the ends. Take your 1 tbsp. of coconut oil and spread it around (using the back of a spoon) to coat the foil and keep the asparagus from sticking to it.

3. Try to lay out the asparagus so that it's mostly just one layer.  They will cook faster and more even that way.  Top them by sprinkling the Parmesan and minced garlic.

4. Grill time! My husband cooks on a charcoal grill, so he has to really watch them cook.  If we were using a gas grill, I'd say cook them on medium heat!  He turns the asparagus over after about 3-4 minutes, then cooks another 3 minutes.  He's so good at grilling -- working on bonus points. :)

Looks delicious, right!?!  Right before serving, I add a little more Parmesan.

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FULL RECIPE for GRILLED PARMESAN ASPARAGUS

-aluminum foil
-1 lb. fresh asparagus
-1tbsp. coconut oil
-1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (plus a little before serving)
-1tbsp. minced garlic

1. Rinse and cut hard bottoms off asparagus
2. Make a tray out of aluminum foil to place on the grill
3. Use coconut oil to coat the foil to prevent asparagus from sticking.
4. Lay out asparagus in single layer on foil.
5. Sprinkle Parmesan and minced garlic on asparagus
6. Grill 3-4 minutes, then flip asparagus over.  Grill another 3 minutes.
7. Remove from grill and place on serving dish.  Sprinkle desired amount of extra Parmesan on top.  Serve and enjoy!