ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON-BASIL GOUDA CHEESE SAUCE
Fresh bright green asparagus is just wonderful and adding a nice cheese and lemon flavored sauce, topped with sun dried tomatoes and pine nuts... not only is an appealing dish to the eye, but tasty as well! This recipe was made especially for the RSC# 11 contest.
Provided by SkipperSy
Categories Vegetable
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place the asparagus in a microwave proof plate, sprinkle with salt water, use plastic wrap to cover, then reserve.
- Combine the basil leaves, shallots, garlic, cayenne pepper and puree in a food blender.
- In a non-stick pot place 2 tablespoons margarine, pureed basil leaves and cook briefly.
- Add ¼-1/2 stock, bring to a boil, add lemon juice and salt to taste, add corn starch mixture and stir until smooth and very thick (no lumps), let cool for about a minute.
- Cook the asparagus in the microwave for 3 to 3-1/2 minutes.
- As the asparagus is being cooked in the microwave, add the egg yolks a little at a time to the sauce (with flame/burner turned off), blend, stirring with a whisk and make sure there are no lumps.
- Remove the plastic wrap from the asparagus dish and discard the water.
- Pour the sauce over the asparagus, sprinkle the grated cheese over the asparagus sauce.
- Then place the plate under a broiler or in a toaster over for a minute or so in order for the cheese to melt.
- Finally, sprinkle pine nuts and sun dried-tomatoes on top.
- Serve and enjoy!
- Note: Gouda is a mild cheese and Asiago is a stronger tasting cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.7, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 94.8, Sodium 685.6, Carbohydrate 12.2, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 2.9, Protein 5.2
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Saad Shabeer
shabeers@gmail.comThis dish was good, but not great. The sauce was a bit bland, and the asparagus was a bit tough. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Esther Arroyo
e_arroyo@aol.comThis recipe was okay. The sauce was a bit too rich for my taste, and the asparagus was a bit overcooked. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Sami Bhatti
bhatti99@gmail.comI'm not a fan of asparagus, but I tried this recipe anyway. The sauce was good, but the asparagus was still too bitter for my taste.
Zubair Jattak
zubair27@gmail.comThis recipe was a disaster! The sauce curdled and the asparagus was mushy. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.
Kate Olsen
kate.o54@gmail.comThis dish was a bit bland for my taste. The sauce was not very flavorful, and the asparagus was overcooked. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Senu Kanxu
kanxu58@hotmail.comI love this recipe! The asparagus is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so creamy and flavorful. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
gary chapman
c_gary@yahoo.comThis dish was easy to make and turned out delicious. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the asparagus was cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of roasted potatoes, and it was a perfect meal.
I am miracle Moni
m_i@hotmail.comI was looking for a new way to cook asparagus, and this recipe fit the bill. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the asparagus was cooked to perfection. I served it over pasta, and it was a hit with my family.
HD Rifat Don Heron
h-heron65@yahoo.comThis recipe is a keeper! The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the sauce was amazing. I used a blend of cheddar and gouda cheese, and it was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Hamad Minhas
m_hamad32@aol.comI've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the asparagus is always cooked perfectly. I love serving this dish with roasted potatoes or rice.
mark rizk
markrizk22@hotmail.co.ukThe asparagus with lemon-basil-gouda cheese sauce was a delightful dish. The asparagus was crisp and tender, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I especially enjoyed the combination of lemon and basil. This dish would be perfect for a special occ
Rian Rabe (Nekkies)
rian13@hotmail.co.ukThis dish was easy to make and turned out delicious. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the asparagus was cooked perfectly. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my family.
Michelle Dallas
dmichelle@aol.comI'm not usually a fan of asparagus, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce was rich and creamy, and the asparagus was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again!
Md Samiulb Islam
md-s21@hotmail.comThis asparagus dish was a huge hit with my family! The lemon-basil-gouda cheese sauce was incredibly flavorful and complemented the asparagus perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.