Spicy and Sweet Cheesy Asparagus Recipe

Name: Spicy and Sweet Cheesy Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ounce pine nuts; 1 shallot, diced; 1 ½ tablespoons ground cayenne pepper; 1 bunch asparagus; ½ cup white wine; 4 tablespoons honey; 1 ½ tablespoons butter; 1 ½ tablespoons flour; ¾ cup milk; 1 cup grated gouda cheese, divided, more if desired; salt and pepper; olive oil

Servings: persons

1 ounce pine nuts
1 shallot, diced
1 ½ tablespoons ground cayenne pepper
1 bunch asparagus
½ cup white wine
4 tablespoons honey
1 ½ tablespoons butter
1 ½ tablespoons flour
¾ cup milk
1 cup grated gouda cheese, divided, more if desired
salt and pepper
olive oil

1
Preheat oil in frying pan.
2
Preheat broiler.
3
Add pine nuts and shallots to frying pan and saute for about 1 minute.
4
Add asparagus to pan and season with cayenne pepper.
5
Cook for about two minutes.
6
In a small mixing bowl, combine the white wine, honey, salt and pepper (to taste).
7
Add to asparagus and cook until asparagus is done (in my opinion, crispy to the bite).
8
In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
9
Add flour and whisk until well blended.
10
Whisk in milk gradually until mixture is smooth.
11
Add salt and pepper to taste and simmer for about 3 minutes.
12
Remove the pan from heat and whisk in 3/4 cup cheese until melted and blended.
13
Spoon sauce on top of asparagus.
14
Add remaining gouda and place under broiler until cheese is bubbly.

300

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 1 ounce pine nuts, 1 shallot, diced, 1 ½ tablespoons ground cayenne pepper, 1 bunch asparagus, and more.

Yes, Spicy and Sweet Cheesy Asparagus 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.

Spicy and Sweet Cheesy Asparagus

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