Asparagus Au Gratin Recipe

Asparagus Au Gratin
submitted by sumit at ifood.tv

Summary

Preparation Time20 MinCooking Time25 Min
Ready In45 MinDifficulty LevelVery Easy
Health IndexAverageServings4
CuisineCourse
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Asparagus spears2 Pound
 Melted butter6 Tablespoon
 Milk1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)
 Salt1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Pepper1⁄8 Teaspoon
 Parmesan cheese1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs), grated

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 251 Calories from Fat 193

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 22 g33.8%

Saturated Fat 13.9 g69.4%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 58.3 mg19.4%

Sodium 714.9 mg29.8%

Total Carbohydrates 5 g1.8%

Dietary Fiber 1.1 g4.3%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 7 g14.5%

Vitamin A 33.9% Vitamin C 7.1%

Calcium 23.3% Iron 12.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

GETTING READY
1) In a pot, add 2 cups of water with salt and boil.

MAKING
2) Cut off the tough ends of the asparagus.
3) Bunch and tie, and stand in a deep pot.
4) Add into the boiling water and steam for 15 minutes.
5) Remove and drain.
6) Untie and arrange in a baking dish.
7) Add butter and milk over the asparagus.
8) Mix in salt and pepper and top with cheese.
9) Place in the oven at 425 degrees and bake for 10 minutes, till the cheese is browned.

SERVING
10)Sprinkle with cheese and serve.
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