Asparagus Giovanni is a classic Italian dish that combines the flavors of fresh asparagus, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and lemon. It is a simple yet elegant dish that can be served as an appetizer or main course. The key to making a great Asparagus Giovanni is to use fresh, high-quality ingredients and to cook the asparagus properly. Overcooked asparagus will be tough and stringy, so it is important to cook it just until it is tender-crisp. Asparagus Giovanni is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion.
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ASPARAGUS LASAGNA
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 50m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add 1 teaspoon olive oil. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes for dried pasta or 2 to 3 minutes for fresh pasta. Drain pasta.
- In a food processor combine the sun-dried tomatoes and basil. Pulse until the mixture is combined. Transfer to a small bowl. Stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan. Set aside.
- In a large skillet brown the pancetta until crisp. Remove from the pan using a slotted spoon. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, onion, and garlic and cook until tender, about 4 minutes. Add asparagus and cook until tender, about 4 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Add the ricotta, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a 9 by 13-inch baking dish sprinkle some of the sun-dried tomato mixture on the bottom of the casserole dish. Place some lasagna sheets, then half asparagus mixture. Next sprinkle some mozzarella cheese and some of the remaining 3/4 cup Parmesan. Continue for 1 more layer. Top with lasagna sheets, some sun-dried tomato mixture, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Dot the top with butter. Bake until the ingredients are warm and the cheese is melted, about 25 minutes.
ROASTED ASPARAGUS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Snap or cut the dry stem ends off each asparagus and place on a heavy baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss. Roast until the asparagus is tender, about 15 minutes. Cool slightly and serve warm or at room temperature.
ASPARAGUS WITH GOAT CHEESE AND HAZELNUTS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, mustard, vinegar and 1/4 teaspoon salt until smooth and emulsified.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Sprinkle generously with salt. Add the asparagus to the water and, depending on the size of the asparagus, blanch for 3 to 5 minutes. It should still have some bite left to it. Add the warm asparagus to the dressing and toss well to coat.
- Fan the asparagus out on a platter and sprinkle with the mizuna. Scatter the hazelnuts and goat cheese on top and drizzle with any dressing that may remain in the bowl.
GARLICKY ROASTED ASPARAGUS
Olive oil and garlic add extra flavor to traditional roasted asparagus.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss asparagus with oil and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Roast until tender and browned in spots, 15 to 18 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g
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
ASPARAGUS WITH GREEN GARLIC
When you sauté or roast asparagus in hot olive oil, the asparagus will have a much more concentrated flavor than it would if steamed or blanched. Here I add the garlic to the pan once the asparagus is just about done, so that the garlic cooks only long enough to soften and sweeten. You can serve this skillet dish with grains or pasta, or with eggs -- fried, poached or scrambled. I find this asparagus so hard to resist that I decided to give you a range for the weight. One pound is adequate, but you might want to treat yourself to more than that.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories easy, quick, weekday, side dish
Time 10m
Yield Serves four
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Separate the garlic bulb into cloves, remove the thick skins from each clove, and cut the garlic into thin slices.
- Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a large, heavy skillet. Add the asparagus and salt to taste. Sauté until the asparagus is tender and the skin has shriveled slightly, about five minutes. Add the garlic, and continue to sauté for another minute until the garlic is translucent. Adjust salt, add the pepper and parsley, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 90, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 349 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
GARLIC ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH PARMESAN
Such a wonderful and simple presentation of one of spring's best vegetables with the irresistible flavor of garlic. So easy to make- (but no one has to know how easy it is!!!)
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Vegetable
Time 22m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oil and garlic in a small saucepan over low heat until garlic becomes golden- several minutes (do not burn garlic); allow oil to cool.
- Bend asparagus gently at a natural point and when it snaps, discard end pieces.
- Place asparagus on a lipped roasting pan and toss with infused olive oil and garlic, coating all pieces.
- Line up asparagus and push together, season with salt and pepper, then sprinkle with grated Parmesan.
- Roast in a preheated oven at 400°F for 12 minutes or until cooked to your liking.
- Serve at once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.7, Fat 24.2, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 11, Sodium 198.6, Carbohydrate 14.3, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 4.5, Protein 10.8
ASPARAGUS GIOVANNI
Giovanni's on Pearl, Ellensburg, Washington. "We put this on our menu in the spring, when fresh Yakima Valley asparagus is abundant," says the chef of Giovanni's on Pearl, who serves this vegetarian entree with crusty French bread and butter. Contrary to what many people believe, thick asparagus spears are often more tender than thin ones. In fact, tenderness has to do with age and moisture content, not size. From The Best Northwest Places Cookbook (Volume 1).
Provided by lazyme
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- BRING A LARGE POT of salted water to a boil, add the pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- WHILE THE PASTA is cooking, combine the asparagus, mushrooms, wine, olive oil, garlic, fennel seeds, and pepper flakes in a skillet and bring just to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer, partly covered, until the asparagus is just tender but still crisp and most of the liquid has evaporated, about 10 minutes. (If the liquid evaporates before the asparagus is cooked, add a tablespoon of water.)
- When the asparagus is cooked, stir in the basil, adding salt and pepper to taste.
- WHEN THE PASTA is cooked, drain well and return it to the pot.
- Add the butter to the hot pasta and toss to coat well.
- Arrange the pasta on warmed plates and top with the asparagus and sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 700.9, Fat 26.6, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 116.5, Sodium 765.2, Carbohydrate 90, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 4.6, Protein 22.8
Tips:
- Choose thin to medium asparagus spears for optimal texture and flavor.
- Trim the asparagus spears by snapping off the tough ends.
- To prevent the asparagus from overcooking, cook it until it is tender-crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
- Use a large skillet or sauté pan to ensure even cooking of the asparagus.
- Season the asparagus with salt, pepper, and other desired seasonings to taste.
- Serve the asparagus immediately as a side dish or as part of a main course.
- Asparagus can also be roasted in the oven for a slightly different flavor and texture.
- For a quick and easy snack, try wrapping asparagus spears with prosciutto and baking them in the oven until crispy.
Conclusion:
Asparagus is a versatile vegetable that can be prepared in a variety of ways. Whether you prefer it sautéed, roasted, or grilled, asparagus is a delicious and healthy addition to any meal. With its vibrant green color and slightly bitter flavor, asparagus is sure to impress your taste buds. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give asparagus a try!
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