Serves 12

Ingredients:

3 lbs asparagus, snap off tough ends
2 c panko bread crumbs
3 t Italian blend seasoning
3 T onion powder
2 c shredded parmesan cheese
6 t all-purpose flour
6 large eggs, beaten olive oil pan spray

Procedure:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Combine breadcrumbs, seasonings, and parmesan cheese in pie pan.
3. Beat eggs, add flour and mix until smooth; place in pie pan.
4. Spray baking pan with olive oil spray.
5. Dip asparagus in egg mixture, then in breadcrumb mixture.
6. Lay on prepared pan and spray generously with olive oil spray; repeat until all spears are coated.
7. Spray asparagus again with olive oil spray and bake for 12-14 mins, turning halfway, until golden.

Note:

*Serve with your favorite dip or aioli.
Air Fryer Instructions: Place in basket in one even layer and air fry 380°F, 6-8 mins, flipping halfway until golden and tender.