Roasted Asparagus

Well, I'm back on GAPs now and trying to experiment with more vegetables, especially now that I've discovered a lovely source of duck fat!

Parmesan Roasted Asparagus
2 tbsp. leftover bacon grease (or other healthy fat)*
1 pound asparagus
salt and pepper
1/2 cup grated parmesan
1-2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Melt bacon grease and toss asparagus in it.  Arrange each stalk on a sheet or in a pan.  Salt and pepper the stalks.

Roast for 15 to 20 minutes, until tender.  Remove from oven, sprinkle with parmesan and then return for another minute.

Sprinkle balsamic over to taste.

*Note: While butter, olive oil or duck fat will also work, the flavor from the bacon works really well with asparagus.

This post is shared as part of Monday Mania at the Healthy Home Economist and Real Food Wednesday at Kelly the Kitchen Kop

New Years Resolution: March

Flossing!!!

Ok, Ok, I skipped a February resolution, but I sprained my ankle and really wasn't moving around at all.    I've been doing well with the cod liver oil in the capsule form, so I want to add on another before March is out.

I have my cleaning coming up, and figure this is a good time to focus on flossing.   This has been my annual resolution for a number of years, and that is a clear sign it's never stuck.   However, I'm going to start doing this again today and pack the floss sticks to ensure I continue as I go on another travel adventure (Maine - mmmm lobster).

Part of the issue I face is I'm a morning so bedtime is not optimal for me to attempt to start a new habit - anyone have insight into whether flossing in the morning is less helpful?  I need something to keep me going.  Maybe morning time is best for me?