Appearing in Italian cuisine since the 16th century, antipasto is a delightful culinary tradition served before the main course. Our focus is on preparing an antipasto of asparagus with freshly grated Parmigiano cheese, a simple yet sophisticated dish that combines the vibrant flavors of springtime asparagus with the nutty richness of Parmigiano. We'll guide you through the process of selecting the perfect asparagus, preparing it with a delicate touch, and presenting it in an elegant manner that will impress your guests. With minimal ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this antipasto offers a culinary experience that is both satisfying and visually stunning.
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ASPARAGUS PARMESAN
15-minute side dish! Top tender asparagus with cheesy garlic butter and earthy mushrooms.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 15m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook asparagus as directed on package-except add mushrooms during last minute of cooking; drain.
- Stir remaining ingredients into asparagus and mushrooms.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 90 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH PARMESAN
Asparagus is a yummy vegetable you can use for a side dish or appetizer.
Provided by Diane
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus Baked
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Spray the inside of a 9x13 casserole dish with olive oil cooking spray. Place asparagus in the dish and lightly spray spears with cooking spray.
- Sprinkle asparagus with Parmesan cheese, sea salt, and garlic powder.
- Roast in preheated oven until fork easily punctures thickest part of stem, about 12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 1.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 660.1 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
ASPARAGUS PARMESAN
Quick and easy asparagus that is sauteed, and topped off with Parmesan cheese.
Provided by JenElaine
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus
Time 15m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt butter with olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus spears, and cook, stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes, or to desired firmness. Drain off excess oil, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.6 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Cholesterol 19.3 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 247.7 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
FETTUCCINE WITH ASPARAGUS
Finding a 30-minute dish that's elegant enough for a dinner party is no simple task, but this warm-weather pasta is one to fit the bill. It is gleefully easy to put together. Just toss slices of blanched asparagus with a tangle of cooked fettuccine slicked with butter. Shower with grated Parmesan and serve.
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories dinner, pastas, main course
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil.
- Cut off tough ends of asparagus spears. Cut each on the bias into 1-inch lengths. There should be about 1 1/2 cups. Rinse well and drain.
- Add the asparagus to the boiling water and cook about 2 minutes. Remove asparagus with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Drop the fettuccine into salted boiling water. Let cook to desired degree of doneness (cooking time will range from about 2 to 2 1/2 minutes for fresh pasta to 9 minutes or more for dried). Reserve 2 tablespoons cooking water. Drain the pasta.
- Heat the butter in the pot in which the pasta was cooked. Add the asparagus pieces and the fettuccine. Add salt, pepper and nutmeg. Add the reserved 2 tablespoons of cooking water and basil. Toss to blend. Serve hot with Parmesan cheese on the side.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 324, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 350 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
ASPARAGUS PARMIGIANO
This recipe creates an impressive vegetarian main dish for brunch, lunch or dinner or a fancy side dish to perk up your meal. I love the combination of flavours and a serving of cottage cheese on the side compliments this nicely. This will make 2 servings as a vegetarian dish or 3-4 servings as a side dish.
Provided by Summerwine
Categories Cheese
Time 1h
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Lightly grease a shallow baking dish; Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Steam asparagus until crisp tender; arrange in baking dish.
- Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil in saucepan until golden.
- Add tomatoes, salt and thyme; simmer uncovered 15 minutes.
- Pour sauce over asparagus.
- Place slices of mozzarella cheese over top.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.2, Fat 17.9, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 24.6, Sodium 815, Carbohydrate 23.4, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 12.2, Protein 14.8
ASPARAGUS WITH PARMESAN CHEESE
Steps:
- Preheat oven broiler.
- With a vegetable peeler, scrape the asparagus to within one inch of the top. Cut off and discard the bottom part of the spears to make them of uniform length.
- Place the stalks in a skillet, add cold water to cover, and salt. Bring to a boil and simmer about 2 to 3 minutes until tender yet firm.
- Drain the asparagus and arrange in a round or oval heatproof dish. Arrange neatly in one layer with the tip ends slightly staggered.
- Brush with the olive oil and sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese and freshly ground pepper.
- Place under the broiler for about 2 or 3 minutes until the cheese is golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 120, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 195 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
ANTIPASTO OF ASPARAGUS WITH FRESHLY GRATED PARMIGIANO CHEESE
Speciality of the Restaurante San Giorgio in Turin, Piemonte, Italia and from a clipping in my grandmother's recipe box.
Provided by Member 610488
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In wide skillet, place asparagus, cover with water, and bring to a boil.
- Cook until crisp-tender, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Drain and set aside to cool.
- On platter, arrange lettuce, and when asparagus stalks are cool, arrange them on top in center with all of the spears pointing in one direction.
- Scatter tomatoes about and sprinkle with cheese, olive oil and salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.7, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 2.7, Sodium 96.5, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 3.3, Protein 6.2
ASPARAGUS SOUP WITH PARMIGIANO ZABAGLIONE
Chef's Notes: The keys to achieving a brilliant green color for this soup are blending the barely cooked asparagus with fresh spinach leaves, adding a bit of vitamin C for its antioxidant effects, and cooling the soup as quickly as possible. You can make both the soup and the zabaglione the day before serving them. Add the whipped cream to the zabaglione up to 8 hours ahead, but no longer, or it will deflate and not float as beautifully on top.
Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 51m
Yield about 12 cups soup and 3/4 cup zabaglione
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- For the soup, set a large saucepot over a high flame and heat up the olive oil. Add the onions, stir briefly, and lower the heat to medium. Add a pinch of salt to draw moisture out of the onions. Cook the onions until they are soft and translucent but without any browning, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the potatoes, bay leaf and chicken stock. Raise the flame to high to bring the stock to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer. Taste the stock and season with salt and pepper, if necessary. Cook until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Add the asparagus and thyme. Return the stock to a simmer. Cook until the asparagus is barely tender.
- Remove the bay leaf. Working quickly, ladle some of the soup into a blender with the spinach and vitamin C. Process until the soup is smooth and homogenous. To cool quickly, remove to a large bowl set inside a larger bowl filled with ice water or a sink partially filled with ice water. Add the cream and lemon zest, and season with salt and pepper. Stir often until the soup is no longer steaming. (The soup can be made to this point, covered and refrigerated for up to 1 day or frozen for up to 1 month.)
- To make the zabaglione, bring 2 inches of water to a simmer in a large saucepan. In a large non-reactive bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and wine. Season with salt and pepper. Set the bowl inside the saucepan but not touching the water, and whisk constantly until the mixture has thickened to point where the whisk can leave a clean trail on the bottom of the bowl, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the bowl from the heat. Whisk vigorously for 1 minute to cool to room temperature and gradually whisk in the cheese. Season the mixture with pepper, to taste. (The zabaglione can be made to this point, covered and refrigerated for up to 1 day.) Add 1/3 of the whipped cream. Whisk until smooth and then fold in the remaining whipped cream, being careful keep the mixture light and airy.
- To serve, in a large saucepot, warm the soup over medium heat. Ladle into espresso cups. Spoon the zabaglione over each serving (about 1 teaspoon for each espresso cup of soup). Serve warm or at room temperature.
ASPARAGUS WITH PARMIGIANO-REGGIANO VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of well salted water to a boil. Set up a bowl of well salted ice water. Place the trimmed asparagus in the boiling water and let the water come back to a rolling boil. Remove asparagus from the boiling water and plunge immediately into the ice water. Remove from the ice water, pat dry, and reserve.
- In a small bowl combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and Parmigiano-Reggiano. Season with salt. Toss the asparagus in the vinaigrette. Arrange on a serving plate and sprinkle with the crumbled egg white and yellow.
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- April - Why We Love: Asparagus
TO FINELY GRATE PARMIGIANO-REGGIANO
Steps:
- To finely grate Parmigiano-Reggiano and similar cheeses, use the small (1/8-inch)teardrop-shaped holes (not the ragged-edged holes) of a box or similar handheld grater.
- Other shaped holes, a Microplane rasp, and pregrated cheese yield different volumes.
GARLIC PARMESAN ASPARAGUS
Pair any entree with this fresh side dish for a truly succulent meal. With subtle garlic, melted butter and a hint of Parmesan cheese, what's not to love? -Tara Ernspiker, Falling Waters, West Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. water to a boil. Add asparagus and garlic; cook, covered, until asparagus is crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes; drain. Toss asparagus with butter and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 74mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender asparagus spears for the best flavor and texture.
- Trim the asparagus spears by snapping off the tough ends.
- Blanch the asparagus spears in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp.
- Immediately transfer the blanched asparagus spears to an ice bath to stop the cooking process and preserve their鮮豔的顏色.
- Pat the asparagus spears dry before assembling the antipasto platter.
- Use a microplane grater to finely grate the Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
- Arrange the asparagus spears, prosciutto slices, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese on a platter in a visually appealing way.
- Drizzle the antipasto platter with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- Garnish the antipasto platter with fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley.
- Serve the antipasto platter immediately or chill it for later.
Conclusion:
Antipasto of Asparagus with Freshly Grated Parmigiano Cheese is a delicious and elegant appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy hosts. The combination of fresh asparagus, salty prosciutto, and nutty Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese is sure to please everyone at your table.
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