Asparagus With Cambozola Sauce Recipe

Name: Asparagus With Cambozola Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/2 loaf good crusty bread, cut into thick slices about 1 1/2 inches wide; sea salt; fresh ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup water; 1 1/2 lbs asparagus, ends trimmed and peeled; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/4 lb cambozola cheese, broken into pieces; 1 teaspoon finely chopped thyme; 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 loaf good crusty bread, cut into thick slices about 1 1/2 inches wide
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup water
1 1/2 lbs asparagus, ends trimmed and peeled
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 lb cambozola cheese, broken into pieces
1 teaspoon finely chopped thyme
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

1
Preheat the oven to 375u00b0F In an ovenproof skillet, melt the butter, add the bread, and toss to coat well.
2
Season with salt and pepper.
3
Place in the oven and bake about 15 minutes, until browned and crisp outside but still soft inside.
4
Drain on paper towels and keep warm.
5
In a large skillet, combine the olive oil and water, and add salt and pepper to taste.
6
Bring to a boil.
7
Add the asparagus, cover, and cook for 5 minutes.
8
Remove the cover, and boil off any remaining water.
9
Sauti the asparagus in the remaining olive oil for about 5 minutes, or until cooked and light brown.
10
Meanwhile: In a saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the Cambozola in the cream.
11
Add the thyme and season well with pepper.
12
Place 1 or more slices of bread on each of 4 plates.
13
Arrange the asparagus on the bread and pour the sauce over the top.
14
Sprinkle each serving with pine nuts.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/2 loaf good crusty bread, cut into thick slices about 1 1/2 inches wide, sea salt, fresh ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Asparagus With Cambozola Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Asparagus With Cambozola Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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