Description
A creamy, cheesy delight that transforms fresh asparagus into a gourmet side dish, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1/2 cup cream or milk
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Optional: breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the trimmed asparagus on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
- Mix the shredded cheese, cream, and Parmesan together in a bowl.
- Pour the cheese mixture over the asparagus, ensuring it’s well covered.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top for added crunch, if desired.
- Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
For a gourmet twist, experiment with different cheese combinations and add fresh herbs for garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg