Asparagus, Milanese Style

2 lbs. Fresh Asparagus
2 T. Butter
1/4 tsp. ground pepper
1/4 C. Grated Parmesan Cheese

Pre-heat over to 350. Wash Asparagus, remove hard end of stalks. Place in Sauce pan with 1/2 inch of boiling water. Bring to boiling, cook for 5 minutes. Drain.

Place a layer of cooked Asparagus in a buttered casserole dish. Dot with butter and sprinkle with pepper. Repeath using remaining Asparagus, butter and pepper.

Sprinkle top with Parmesan Cheese.
Bake for 5 minutes. SERVE HOT!