The Cure for the Boring Side Dish

Roasted Asparagus Salad with Goat Cheese and Bread Crumbs

Most of us eat the subtly nutty-flavored asparagus spears steamed, and chefs and home cooks alike love to serve them with eggs.
Why this dish isn't the same old: When you blast the stalks with high heat, their sharp flavor mellows, and they turn slightly sweet.
The supporting cast: Goat cheese and lemon zest add richness and zing.
Get the recipe: Roasted Asparagus Salad with Goat Cheese and Bread Crumbs