For a richer flavor, try using Gruyere or Fontina cheese in addition to or instead of mozzarella. If you prefer a thicker sauce, increase the cornstarch to 1 tablespoon. A squeeze of lemon juice after baking adds a bright, fresh note. Feel free to add other vegetables like broccoli or cauliflower.
Baked Asparagus with Cheese Sauce
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME30 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS18
Tender asparagus spears, enveloped in a velvety cheese sauce and baked to golden perfection. This dish is an elegant yet effortless side, perfect for both weeknight dinners and sophisticated gatherings.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate5 g
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Cholesterol25 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein8 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium178 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat7 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Arrange asparagus spears in a shallow baking dish. Ensure they are in a single layer for even cooking. (2 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View In a separate bowl, whisk together half-and-half, cornstarch, Italian seasoning, ground mustard, red pepper flakes, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese until well combined and smooth. (3 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Pour the cheese sauce mixture evenly over the asparagus, gently swirling the dish to ensure the sauce coats the bottom and sides of the baking dish. (1 minute)
05 Step
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until the asparagus is tender and the cheese sauce is bubbly and lightly golden, approximately 15 minutes. (15 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the sauce to thicken slightly. (5 minutes)
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Oswaldo Brown
Jun 7, 2025This recipe was so easy and delicious! My family loved it.
Kaley Halvorson
Jun 4, 2025Next time I will add bacon!
Lenore Mcglynn
May 17, 2025I added a pinch of garlic powder to the sauce and it was amazing!
Werner Daugherty
May 5, 2025The cheese sauce was a little thin at first, but it thickened up perfectly after resting.
Aubree Cummerata
Apr 24, 2025I used a mix of mozzarella and provolone, and it turned out great!