Best 15 Asparagus Crepes Recipes

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Calling all food enthusiasts and culinary adventurers! Embark on an epicurean journey and discover the captivating world of asparagus crepes, where delicate flavors dance in perfect harmony. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this article will guide you through the art of crafting these culinary masterpieces. We'll explore the history, ingredients, and techniques that make asparagus crepes a symbol of culinary excellence. So, get ready to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your cooking skills as we delve into the realm of these delectable and versatile crepes!

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CHICKEN CREPES WITH ASPARAGUS AND MUSHROOMS



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Categories     Chicken     Mushroom     Asparagus     Spring     Gourmet

Yield Makes 8 (brunch main course) servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

For filling
3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups whole milk
1 1/4 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup chopped shallot
1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
2 cups finely chopped cooked chicken (9 oz)
3 tablespoons medium-dry Sherry
1 lb thin asparagus, trimmed
For crêpes
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
1 1/4 cups whole milk
1 whole large egg
1 large egg yolk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
For topping
1 large egg yolk
5 tablespoons chilled heavy cream
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Special Equipment
a 3-quart flameproof ceramic or enameled shallow baking dish

Steps:

  • Make filling:
  • Heat 5 tablespoons butter in a 2-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat until foam subsides. Whisk in flour and cook roux, whisking, until pale golden, about 2 minutes. Gradually add milk and broth, whisking, and bring to a boil, whisking. Reduce heat and simmer gently, whisking frequently, until velouté sauce is silky and thick, about 25 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup sauce for topping.
  • Cook shallot in remaining tablespoon butter in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring, until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring, until lightly browned, about 4 minutes. Stir into velouté sauce along with chicken and Sherry.
  • Cut tips from asparagus and set aside. Cut enough stalks into 1/4-inch pieces to measure 1 cup, reserving remainder for another use. Cook tips in a saucepan of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a bowl of ice and cold water with a slotted spoon. Scoop out tips and drain on paper towels, then reserve for topping. Cook and drain chopped asparagus in same manner and stir into velouté sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Make crêpes:
  • Sift together flour, salt, nutmeg, and pepper to taste into a bowl. Whisk together milk, whole egg, and yolk in a small bowl, then gradually whisk into flour mixture. Force batter through a fine sieve into a bowl.
  • Heat a dry 7- to 8-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until hot, then brush very lightly with some melted butter. Spoon about 2 tablespoons batter into skillet, tilting to coat bottom. (If batter sets before skillet is coated, reduce heat slightly for next crêpe.) Cook until underside is lightly browned, 6 to 10 seconds, then loosen crêpe with a spatula and flip. Cook until just cooked through, about 20 seconds, and transfer to a plate. Make 15 more crêpes in same manner, brushing skillet with melted butter as needed and stacking crêpes on plate.
  • Assemble and bake crêpes:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Spread 1/4 cup filling across center of 1 crêpe and roll into a cylinder. Transfer, seam side down, to buttered baking dish, then assemble more crêpes in same manner, fitting them snugly. Bake in middle of oven 15 minutes.
  • Make topping while crêpes bake:
  • Stir together yolk, 2 tablespoons cream, and reserved 1/2 cup sauce until smooth. Beat remaining 3 tablespoons cream with a whisk until it holds soft peaks, then fold into yolk mixture.
  • Spoon topping over crêpes and broil 5 to 6 inches from heat until lightly browned, about 2 minutes.
  • Heat butter in skillet, then add reserved asparagus tips and toss until warm.
  • Put 2 crêpes on each of 8 plates and top with asparagus tips.

CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS CREPES



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The crepes used in this recipe come from my mom's special recipe, and can be made ahead of time, refrigerated to assemble the next day. Cooked rotisserie chicken is a real time-saver when making this savory brunch specialty. -Mary Sloan, Brighton, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 eggs
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
FILLING:
1-1/2 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
1 small onion, chopped
1 teaspoon canola oil
2-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
3 cups cubed rotisserie chicken
SAUCE:
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
6 slices Swiss cheese, halved
2/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk and butter. Combine flour and salt; add to egg mixture and mix well. Refrigerate for 1 hour., Heat a lightly greased 8-in. nonstick skillet over medium heat; pour 1/4 cup batter into center of skillet. Lift and tilt pan to coat bottom evenly. Cook until top appears dry; turn and cook 15-20 seconds longer. Remove to a wire rack. Repeat with remaining batter, greasing skillet as needed. When cool, stack crepes with waxed paper or paper towels in between., Saute asparagus and onion in oil until tender. Add mushrooms and cook 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat and stir in chicken. Set aside., For sauce, in a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Spread about 1/2 cup filling down the center of each crepe; top with 2 tablespoons sauce and 1 piece of Swiss cheese. Roll up and place seam side down in each of two greased 11x7-in. baking dishes. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a bubbly.

Nutrition Facts :

ASPARAGUS CREPES



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"I love serving these tender crepes with their light lemony sauce in spring," notes Carol Hemker of Phenix City, Alabama. "But my husband would eat them any time of year at all. In fact, it's the only way he'll eat asparagus! This dish is also lovely for luncheon or brunch."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup 2% milk
1 large egg
1/3 cup plus 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
24 asparagus spears, cooked and drained
SAUCE:
2 large egg yolks
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash cayenne pepper
Paprika

Steps:

  • For batter, combine milk and egg in a blender; cover and process until blended. Add flour; cover and process until blended. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour., Preheat oven to 350°. Heat a lightly greased 8-in. skillet over medium heat. Stir batter. Pour 1/4 cup batter into center of pan. Quickly lift and tilt pan to coat bottom evenly. Cook until top appears dry; turn crepe over and cook until bottom is cooked, 15-20 seconds longer. Remove to a wire rack. Repeat with remaining batter, greasing pan as needed., Place six asparagus spears on one side of each crepe; roll up. Place seam side down in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 10-15 minutes., In a saucepan, whisk egg yolks and water. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is thickened and coats the back of a metal spoon and a thermometer reads at least 160°. Whisk in the butter, lemon juice, salt and cayenne. Pour over warm crepes; sprinkle with paprika. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 298mg cholesterol, Sodium 291mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

ASPARAGUS HAM CREPES



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Sue Erickson of Loveland, Colorado recommends these tender crepes with flavorful filling for a Sunday brunch. They're so pretty, too!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 crepes.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup milk
1 egg
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
24 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
8 thin slices deli ham
8 slices Swiss cheese
MUSHROOM CHEESE SAUCE:
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1 cup water
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup half-and-half cream
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 tablespoon minced chives

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the first six ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Refrigerate for 1 hour. , Heat a lightly greased 8-in. nonstick skillet; pour 2 tablespoons batter into center of skillet. Lift and tilt pan to evenly coat bottom. Cook until top appears dry; turn and cook 15-20 seconds longer. Remove to a wire rack. Repeat with remaining batter, greasing skillet as needed. When cool, stack crepes with waxed paper or paper towels in between., In a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and cook for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water; drain and pat dry. , On each crepe, layer a ham slice, Swiss cheese slice and three asparagus spears. Roll up and place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish., In a saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour and bouillon. Gradually stir in water. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in cheddar cheese until melted. Stir in the cream, mushrooms and chives. Pour over crepes. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 23g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 1366mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

ASPARAGUS CHICKEN CREPES



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With a saucy ham and asparagus filling, these savory crepes make a lovely dinner. They're a wonderful change of pace from everyday fare.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 eggs
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Dash ground nutmeg
1 cup chopped cooked chicken
1 cup cut fresh or frozen asparagus, thawed
1/3 cup chopped fully cooked ham
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
1/3 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • For crepe batter, beat eggs and milk in a small bowl. Combine flour and sugar; add to egg mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour., Heat a lightly greased 8-in. nonstick skillet; pour 3 tablespoons batter into the center of skillet. Lift and tilt pan to evenly coat bottom. Cook until top appears dry; turn and cook 15-20 seconds longer. Remove to a wire rack. Repeat with remaining batter, greasing skillet as needed. When cool, stack crepes with waxed paper between., In a small bowl, combine the soup, Worcestershire sauce and nutmeg. Set aside 1/4 cup. Add the chicken, asparagus and ham to remaining soup mixture. Spoon 2 tablespoonfuls over each crepe; roll up tightly. Place seam side down in a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Spoon reserved soup mixture over crepes. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup cheese. , Cover and bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes. Gradually fold cream into mayonnaise. Spread over crepes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Broil 6 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 calories, Fat 33g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 187mg cholesterol, Sodium 775mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

HAM AND ASPARAGUS CREPES



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Ham and Asparagus mixed with cheddar sauce make the filling for these crepes that are topped with more sauce before baking. Hey! You don't want to make crepes use tortillas! Serves-6 2 crepes per person.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup skim milk
1 beaten egg
1/8 salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
nonstick spray coating
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup sliced leek
1/2 cup water
3/4 cup evaporated skim milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
24 asparagus spears
12 slices of baked virginia ham

Steps:

  • For crepes, combine flour, milk, egg, thyme and salt.
  • Beat until blended.
  • Spray a 6-inch skillet with nonstick spray coating.
  • Preheat skillet; then remove skillet from heat.
  • Pour in 2 tablespoons batter.
  • Lift and tilt skillet to spread batter.
  • Return to heat; brown on one side only.
  • Invert skillet over paper towels; remove crepe.
  • Repeat with remaining batter.
  • For sauce heat carrot, leek, and water to boiling.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Do not drain.
  • Combine milk, cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
  • Stir into vegetable mixture.
  • Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly.
  • Stir in sherry and 1/2 cup of the cheese until melted.
  • For filling, combine ham and asparagus and 1 cup of the sauce.
  • Spoon 2 spears and 1 ham strip onto unbrowned side of each crepe.
  • Roll up.
  • Arrange crepes, seam side down, in a 3-quart rectangular baking dish.
  • Spoon remaining sauce over crepes.
  • Cover; bake in a 375 degree F.
  • oven 25 minutes or until hot.
  • Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake, uncovered, 5 minutes more.

ASPARAGUS ROLLED IN HERB CRêPES



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A simple and elegant way to serve asparagus, this dish makes a great main course for a vegetarian dinner party. It can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, quick, weekday, main course

Time 30m

Yield Serves six

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 herb crêpes
2 pounds asparagus
Salt
freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated gruyère cheese
2 tablespoons chopped chives
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Butter or oil two baking dishes. Steam the asparagus until tender, about five minutes. Divide into 12 portions, and place a portion on each crêpe. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, gruyère and chives. Roll up and place in the prepared baking dishes.
  • Sprinkle the Parmesan over the crêpes, and drizzle on the olive oil. Bake 15 to 20 minutes until bubbling; the edges of the crêpes should be just beginning to crisp. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 312, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 581 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS CREPES RECIPE - (4.4/5)



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Provided by Kplmrm

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for the dish
2 1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, dill, chives or mint)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
8 store-bought crepes (about 9-inches each)
1 shallot, sliced
1/2 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into pieces
3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F. Butter a large baking dish. Combine the chicken, ricotta, 1/2 cup parmesan, 3 tablespoons herbs, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl. Spoon about 1/4 cup filling across the lower half of each crepe; roll up to enclose the filling. Place the crepes, seam-side down, in the baking dish. Cover with foil and bake until the filling is hot, about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, melt 3 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and cook until it softens, about 1 minute. Add the asparagus and cook until just tender, about 3 minutes. Add the chicken broth, lemon zest and the remaining 1 tablespoon herbs and simmer until the sauce is slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in the remaining 1/4 cup parmesan and season with salt and pepper. Divide the crepes among plates, top with the asparagus and sauce, and sprinkle with parmesan.

SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS CREPES RECIPE



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Provided by GrandmaFred

Number Of Ingredients 17

Filling:
1/2 lb. asparagus
1 lb. medium shrimp
6 tbl. margarine
1 bunch scallions, chopped
6 tbl. flour
3 c. cold milk
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp coarsley ground black pepper
1 tsp. chopped fresh dill or 1/2 tsp. dried dill
3/4 c. shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
Crepes:
2 c. flour
2 tbl. sugar
2 eggs
2 c. milk
2 tbl. oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Snap off tough ends of the asparagus and cut into 1 inch pieces. Arrange in a steamer basket over boiling water; cover and steam 6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Plunge asparagus into ice water to stop cooking process; drain and set aside. If using raw shrimp, in large saucepan, bring about 1 qt. of water to a boil. Add shrimp and cook 3-5 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Peel. Set aside. If using frozen pre-cooked, peeled shrimp, thaw and squeeze out excess water. Melt margarine in heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add scallions and cook 2 minutes, stirring. Whisk in flour; cook 1 minute, whisking constantly. Gradually whisk in milk; cook, whisking, until thick and bubbly. Whisk in salt, pepper, dill and 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese. When blended, reserve 1 c. of the sauce to use later. Stir shrimp and aspargus into the remaining sauce. Prepare crepes by combining all crepe ingredients but oil; beat. Add oil and mix lightly. Butter a non-stick skillet. Pour about 1/3 c. crepe batter into skillet. Move the skillet around to allow all uncooked batter to spread to the edges and cook. Gently turn the crepe over to brown on the other side. Remove to a plate. Spoon about 1/4 c. filling down the center of each crepe. Roll up and place seam-side down in a lightly greased 13x9 baking dish. Spoon remaining sauce over the crepes; sprinkle with remaining 1/4 c. Parmesan cheese. Bake 20 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS CREPES



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Taken from the June 2013 edition of the Food Network Magazine, with adjustments. You can use your own crepe recipe or buy the frozen.

Provided by Lori Mama

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons butter
2 1/2 cups coarsely chopped rotisserie chicken
1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
1/4 cup chopped fresh herb, such as parsley and chives
salt and pepper
8 crepes
2 shallots, thinly sliced
1/2 lb asparagus, sliced into pieces and partially cooked
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
zest of one lemon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Butter a large baking dish.
  • In a bowl, combine the chicken, ricotta, 1/2 cup of Parmesan, 3 tablespoons of the herbs and season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide the mixture evenly between the crepes.
  • Roll up and place seam side down in baking dish.
  • Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium skillet, over medium high heat, saute the shallots, in the butter, until softened.
  • Add the chicken broth and reduce until slightly thickened.
  • Add the asparagus and zest.
  • Heat through.
  • Finish with 1tbsp. of the herbs and 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese.
  • Adjust seasonings.
  • Mix.
  • Divide the crepes among warmed plates, spoon the vegetable mixture evenly over and garnish with some more cheese and any leftover herbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347, Fat 26.5, SaturatedFat 16.5, Cholesterol 86.4, Sodium 467.4, Carbohydrate 8.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.2, Protein 20.5

ASPARAGUS IN CORN CREPES



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It's impressive on a buffet, but this dish is not as complicated as it looks. Thin sweet corn pancakes are wrapped around fresh asparagus and topped with an easy cream cheese sauce and pistachios. The flavors blend so well! -Lillian Julow, Lawrenceville, GA

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups fresh or frozen corn, thawed
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup half-and-half cream
4 eggs
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
CREAM SAUCE:
1 cup milk
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
60 thin asparagus spears (about 2 pounds), trimmed
1 cup chopped pistachios

Steps:

  • In a food processor or blender, cover and process corn until pureed. Add the flour, cream, eggs, butter, salt and pepper; pulse until blended. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour., Heat a lightly greased 8-in. nonstick skillet; pour 1/4 cup batter into the center of skillet. Lift and tilt pan to evenly coat bottom. Cook until top appears dry; turn and cook 15-20 seconds longer. Remove to a wire rack. Repeat with remaining batter, greasing skillet as needed. When cool, stack the crepes with waxed paper or paper towels in between., In a small saucepan, heat milk and cream cheese over low until melted; stir until blended. Stir in the salt, pepper and nutmeg; keep warm. Steam the asparagus for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender., Place stack of crepes on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high for 10-15 seconds or until warmed. To assemble, fold each crepe around four asparagus spears. Place seam side down on a serving dish; drizzle with cream sauce. Garnish with pistachios. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 346mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

BUCKWHEAT CREPES WITH ASPARAGUS, HAM AND GRUYèRE



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In Brittany, large buckwheat crepes are known as galettes and are filled with all sorts of savory ingredients. A classic one is made with ham and cheese. This scaled-down rendition adds sweet asparagus, which goes well with the nutty flavor of buckwheat flour. Traditionally they are served with a glass of sparkling cider. Have them as a first course or alongside fried eggs for a more substantial meal.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     brunch, pancakes, main course

Time 3h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup/120 grams buckwheat flour
1/2 cup/60 grams all-purpose flour
2 eggs
2 1/2 cups buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more as needed
2 tablespoons butter, plus more for pan
1 1/2 pounds medium asparagus, trimmed and bottom parts peeled, if desired
6 cooked ham slices
2 cups grated Gruyère or Comté cheese

Steps:

  • Make the batter: Whisk together flours, eggs, buttermilk and salt until well combined. Put the batter in the fridge for at least 2 hours or, preferably, overnight. If necessary, thin batter with a little more buttermilk or water, to the consistency of heavy cream.
  • Heat a crepe pan or well-seasoned cast iron skillet, about 8 inches in diameter, over medium-high heat. Use a piece of paper towel to rub a little butter in the pan, then quickly ladle in about 1/4 cup of batter. Swirl the pan to spread the batter all the way to the perimeter. Let crepe brown on one side for a minute or so, until crisp. Flip it over with a spatula (or carefully with your fingers) and cook one minute more. Don't worry about browning the second side. Adjust heat if crepe browns too quickly; the pan needn't be scorching hot. Remove from heat if crepe is cooking too quickly.
  • Remove the crepe from the pan and set it aside while you continue to make 5 more. Stack crepes on top of each other as they are finished. (Crepes may be made in advance.)
  • Bring a medium pot of generously salted water to a boil. Cook the asparagus for 2 minutes, or just until it is firm-tender, then drain and spread on a clean kitchen towel to cool.
  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Fill the crepes by laying each one top-side down, place a slice of ham on top, sprinkle generously with cheese, and lay 3 asparagus spears on top, off to one side. Fold over to make a half-moon.
  • Put the filled crepes in one layer on a baking sheet. Drizzle with a little melted butter, then bake until they are crisp and the cheese is melted, about 5 to 7 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 449, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 29 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 854 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ASPARAGUS MUSHROOM PARMESAN CREPES



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My journey to finding the right texture and taste for a wonderful vegetable crepe started with fresh asparagus that needed to be used. Wanting to try something different, I thought crepes would be a nice change of pace. I married several different techniques and put them together to create these wonderful, creamy perfect textured...

Provided by Deb Crane

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 19

FOR THE VEGETABLES:
1 lb fresh asparagus
8 oz sliced mushrooms
1/2 c diced sweet onion
2 Tbsp unsalted butter
2 Tbsp olive oil (or bacon fat)
salt and pepper to taste
FOR THE CREPES:
1 c all purpose flour
3 Tbsp melted butter
2 eggs
1/2 c water
3/4 c milk (any kind will work)
FOR THE SAUCE:
1 Tbsp unsalted butter
2 Tbsp all purpose flour
1 1/2 c milk (any kind will do)
1/2 c shredded parmesan cheese
Tbsp salt and white pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. FOR THE CREPE BATTER: Mix all crepe batter ingredients together. Blend until smooth and no lumps are present. Put the batter in the refrigerator for one hour. This will stay good for 48 hours in the fridge, so if you want, you can mix it up ahead of time. The idea of letting it rests, helps so that all air bubbles are out of the batter and also helps so that the crepes do not tear while you cook them.
  • 2. When the hour is up (or you chilled the batter longer, doesnt matter) take the batter out and give it a good mix again.
  • 3. With a frying pan, crepe pan or small omelet pan put on heat of the stove top and get it hot. Add a little (like 1 teaspoon) of oil if your pan is not non-stick. Ladle about a few tablespoons of batter onto the hot frying pan, and take the handle and twirl the batter around until you get a circle and batter stops moving around. When you see a few bubbles forming underneath and edges are just starting to get a golden color, flip the crepe over and cook for an additional minute. Remove to plate as you continue making the crepes. You can stack them on top of each other, they wont stick. Set the crepes aside.
  • 4. FOR THE VEGETABLES: Take the asparagus and with both hands, "snap" it in half. Where it breaks will be the bottom part of the stem that is too tough. Put to the side. Get a large pot of water to boil, and add asparagus that has been snapped. Par boil for only 2 minutes. Then IMMEDIATELY plunge the asparagus into icy cold water, rinsing and then keeping them in very cold iced water until ready to sear. When ready to sear, take out of water to dry them slightly.
  • 5. Chop the onion and mushrooms. In a large frying pan, add 1 Tablespoon of olive oil, and 1 Tablespoon of butter. Get the pan searing hot and then add onion, salt and pepper to taste. Let it cook until transparent (about 2-3 minutes) Add the sliced mushrooms to the onion. Sear until the moisture evaporates from the mushrooms, and the mushrooms just start to brown. Set aside to cool. Do not rinse the pan and keeping it hot, Add 1 Tablespoon of butter and 1 Tablespoon of olive oil to the hot pan. Let the butter melt (will melt very quickly) then add the asparagus stalks that have been snapped and drained from the ice bath. Pan sear them, covering with a lid and every minute or so, open the lid and stir the asparagus around. You are looking to steam them when the lid is on, and also get them to just starting to brown a bit. Take off heat, and set aside.
  • 6. FOR THE SAUCE: Melt the butter in a sauce pan. Add the flour and stir until it forms lumps and all the butter and flour are blended together. Add the milk all at once and stir stir stir constantly, until it starts to thicken. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add the parmesan cheese and stir to melt. Take off heat and set aside.
  • 7. NOW TO ASSEMBLE THE CREPES: Place about a Tablespoon of the sauce on a crepe. Smooth it over to cover most of the crepe. Sprinkle some mushroom/onion down the middle of the crepe. Add 4-6 asparagus stalks to the center. Roll up the crepe and place it seam side down onto a 9x13 inch baking dish. Assemble the rest of the crepes and line them up in the baking dish.
  • 8. Take the extra sauce and run it down the middle of the crepes. Sprinkle with additional parmesan cheese, if desired. (maybe a 1/4 cup of so) Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes. The parmesan cheese will be melted on top of the sauce.
  • 9. NOTE: This seems very involved, but really it isnt. You can make ahead many of the steps. Also, if you have left over asparagus, you are half way there! The mushrooms are optional, but a good addition. I can see having extra mushrooms when doing steaks, they would go well in these crepes as well.... you get the idea. Also, the crepes themselves can be done a day ahead of time as well. Then assembly is the only step left. :) I was very happy with the results. If you are still reading this recipe, it must sound good to you too! :)~ You wont be disappointed!

ASPARAGUS CREPES



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Categories     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 16

Crepes:
6 eggs
1/2 tsp salt
3c flour
3 cups milk
3/4 c melted butter
filling:
4 stems asparagus per crepe - 2 bunches.
sauce:
9 tbs butter
9 tbs flour
1.5 cups 1/2 and half
1.5 cups milk
1.5 tsp salt
about 1 cup + gruyere grated
about 1/2 cup fresh grated parm

Steps:

  • crepes: wisk eggs and salt. add flour and milk alternating in 3 batches with hand mixer. Mix in butter. chill 1 hr. Filling: melt butter. whisk in flour, cook 1 -2 min. Stir in milk and light cream. Add salt. Stir over medium until thick. Add cheese and stir to melt. 4 spears blanched per crepe, dab sauce and roll. Fill pan, then pour sauce over the top. Bake 350, 15-20 min.

BACON AND ASPARAGUS CREPES WITH PINEAPPLE SAUCE FLAMBE



Bacon and Asparagus Crepes with Pineapple Sauce Flambe image

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup sifted all-purpose flour
1/2 tablespoon white sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 egg well beaten
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
Pineapple Sauce:
1 cup crushed pineapple in heavy syrup
6 ounces pineapple juice
1/2 ounce dry sherry
1/8 teaspoon ginger
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 ounce water with a few drops orange food coloring

Steps:

  • 1. Mix the dry ingredients and add to combined milk, egg, and butter beat well. 2. Pour 1 1/2 oz. of batter into a preheated lightly oiled 6 inch frying pan and cook on medium heat for approximately 1 minute per side. 3. Remove and cool on a wire rack. 4. Heat all ingredients except starch and water. 5. Form a slurry with starch and water, thicken sauce and simmer 5 minutes. Assembly and Flaming: 8 cooked crepes pineapple cream cheese softened to spread each crepe 32 strips cooked side bacon 24 asparagus spears 2 oz. Glayva. Spread each crepe with cream cheese and roll around 4 strips of bacon and 3 spears of asparagus and place in well buttered pan, cover with wax paper or foil and heat 20 minutes in a 350 degree oven. Remove, flame with hot Glayva mask with sauce

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips for Making Asparagus Crepes:

1. Choose the Right Pan: Use a flat, non-stick crepe pan or a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet. This will ensure even cooking and prevent the crepes from sticking. 2. Make Sure the Pan is Hot Enough: Heat the pan over medium-high heat until it is hot enough to sizzle a drop of water. This will ensure that the crepes cook quickly and evenly. 3. Use the Right Amount of Batter: Pour a thin layer of batter into the pan, just enough to cover the bottom. Swirl the pan to evenly distribute the batter, creating a thin and even crepe. 4. Cook for the Right Amount of Time: Cook each crepe for about 1 minute per side, or until it is golden brown and cooked through. Flip the crepe carefully using a spatula to prevent tearing. 5. Keep the Crepes Warm: As you cook the crepes, place them on a warm plate or baking sheet covered with a clean kitchen towel. This will keep them warm and prevent them from drying out. 6. Use Fresh Asparagus: For the best flavor, use fresh asparagus that is in season. Look for asparagus spears that are firm and brightly colored, with tightly closed tips. 7. Cook the Asparagus Properly: Blanch the asparagus in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, or until it is tender but still has a slight crunch. Drain the asparagus and immediately transfer it to an ice bath to stop the cooking process and preserve its bright green color.

Conclusion:

Asparagus crepes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be filled with a variety of ingredients, making them a perfect option for any occasion. With the right ingredients and a little bit of practice, you can easily master the art of making asparagus crepes at home. So, gather your ingredients and give this recipe a try – you won't be disappointed!

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