Creamy Asparagus Casserole
As always, there are a few changes you can make to the dish. I use some basic spices such and pepper and garlic, but you can add the spices of your choice. For example, some hot pepper flakes would not go amiss just to add some heat. Parmesan cheese is placed in the dish as I like the sweetness of the cheese, but any kind of cheese such as mozzarella could be used too. The cheese is so good because when you stick the fork into the casserole its gooey goodness just shines through.
One pointer is to make sure your asparagus is fresh and cut off the ends off as it can be fairly fibrous. I don't, but you can blanch the asparagus before place it in the dish as well. Panko bread crumbs make a great choice for the topping, but Italian or any type of bread crumbs can be used.
Try our asparagus casserole and let us know what you think.
- 1 bundle of asparagus, boiled until tender, ends cut off, and cut in half
- cooking spray
- 10 ounces 280 g can of cream of asparagus soup
- 1 cup half and half cream
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon melted unsalted butter
Preheat your oven to 375 F or 190 C
Spray a casserole dish with cooking spray and place asparagus into the center.
Pour the soup into a bow followed by the cream. Add in the pepper, garlic powder, and half the parmesan cheese. Mix until well incorporated.
Spread the soup mixture oven the asparagus, leaving about a one inch gap at each edge.
Lay a bit more asparagus, facing the opposite way, over the asparagus. This is for presentation purposes only.
Place the casserole into the oven for 10 Minutes.
To make the Topping:
Add the parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, and butter to a small mixing bowl. Mix until well combined.
After 10 minutes, remove the casserole from the oven, sprinkle the topping over it, and place it back in the oven for another 10 minutes or until the bread crumbs have browned.
Remove from the oven, serve, and enjoy your asparagus casserole.
Serving Size 1 cup
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 16g25%
- Cholesterol 6mg2%
- Sodium 580mg25%
- Total Carbohydrate 14.5g5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Nutritional values are a within reason estimate and my vary depending on several factors.
