Penne with Roasted Asparagus and Balsamic Butter

INGREDIENTS

lbs Asparagus spears, fresh

1/2 cup

Balsamic vinegar

1 lb

Penne pasta, regular or whole wheat

1/4 tsp

Black pepper, freshly ground

1 pinch

Black pepper

1 tsp

Brown sugar, light or dark

1/2 tsp

Kosher salt, coarse

1/2 tbsp

Olive oil

1/3 cup

Parmesan cheese

1/4 teaspoon coarse, kosher