Yes, I agree about the Asparagus. It is fabulous when roasted this way. So many times it's the method used to cook the veggie that destroys the wonderful flavor God put into it. That's not the poor veggie's fault, it's the cook's!
pattyjo
My Mother was a southern cook of the old school. She boiled all vegies for hours. I like green beans with fat back done this way every once in a while. Also, I like greens with pot liquor, but most vegies taste better when cooked much less!