Asparagus Au Gratin Recipe

Name: Asparagus Au Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 20 asparagus spears (about 1 1/2 lb.); 1 c. fresh bread crumbs; 1/2 c. mild cheddar cheese, grated; 1/2 tsp. salt (may be less or omitted); 1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper; pinch of ground thyme; 1 tsp. chopped parsley; 2 tsp. olive oil; 3 tsp. unsalted butter cut into small pieces; 1/4 lb. shredded Mozzarella cheese or mild cheddar

Servings: persons

20 asparagus spears (about 1 1/2 lb.)
1 c. fresh bread crumbs
1/2 c. mild cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 tsp. salt (may be less or omitted)
1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper
pinch of ground thyme
1 tsp. chopped parsley
2 tsp. olive oil
3 tsp. unsalted butter cut into small pieces
1/4 lb. shredded Mozzarella cheese or mild cheddar

1
Preheat oven to 425u00b0.
2
Break off tough ends of asparagus and boil or steam in the usual manner until bright green but still a bit firm.
3
Do not overcook.
4
Drain well.
5
Cut in 3/4 inch lengths. In a lightly buttered medium gratin dish, place asparagus with bread crumbs, cheese, seasonings, parsley and olive oil.
6
Dot with butter.
7
Bake until the asparagus is heated through, 6-8 minutes. Remove from oven, sprinkle with Mozzarella and place under broiler until cheese just melts.
8
Do not overcook cheese.
9
Cheddar is safer.
10
Good with hot crab meat casserole.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 20 asparagus spears (about 1 1/2 lb.), 1 c. fresh bread crumbs, 1/2 c. mild cheddar cheese, grated, 1/2 tsp. salt (may be less or omitted), and more.

Yes, Asparagus Au Gratin falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Asparagus Au Gratin

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