Asparagus-Parmesan Bake Recipe

Name: Asparagus-Parmesan Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs fresh asparagus (tough ends snapped off); 4 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons flour; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 1/2 cups half-and-half cream; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; seasoning salt (or use white salt); black pepper; 1 1/2 cups soft breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons melted butter; 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Servings: persons

3 lbs fresh asparagus (tough ends snapped off)
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
seasoning salt (or use white salt)
black pepper
1 1/2 cups soft breadcrumbs
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons melted butter
1/2 teaspoon paprika

1
Set oven to 350 degrees.
2
Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
3
Place the fresh asparagus in a pot of water; bring to a boil, and boil for about 3-4 minutes, plunge into ice water or very cold water then drain well.
4
Arrange the asparagus into the bottom of prepared baking dish.
5
In a saucepan melt butter oven medium heat; whisk in flour and cayenne until smooth, whisking constantly for 1 minute;.
6
Slowly add in half and half, whisking and cooking until thickened (about 2 minutes).
7
Add in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper; pour the cheese sauce evenly over the asparagus in the dish.
8
In a bowl stir the soft breadcrumbs with melted butter, 1/4 cup parmesan cheese and paprika; toss to combine, then sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
9
Bake uncovered for about 25-30 minutes.

770

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs fresh asparagus (tough ends snapped off), 4 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons flour, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Asparagus-Parmesan Bake 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-Parmesan Bake

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