Asparagus with breadcrumbs and parmesan is a classic Italian dish that is simple to make and packed with flavor. The nutty flavor of the parmesan cheese pairs perfectly with the slightly bitter taste of the asparagus, while the breadcrumbs add a crispy texture. This dish can be served as a side dish or as a main course, and it is sure to please everyone at the table.
Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!
ASPARAGUS WITH BREADCRUMBS AND PARMESAN
Celebrate springtime with this easy vegetable side dish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a food processor, process bread until coarse crumbs form. Transfer breadcrumbs to a small bowl. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil. Add Parmesan, season with salt and pepper, and stir with a fork to combine.
- Arrange asparagus in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil and season with salt and pepper. Top with breadcrumb mixture and bake until breadcrumbs are golden brown and asparagus is tender, 20 minutes. Squeeze lemon juice over asparagus just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g
ASPARAGUS AND PARMESAN-EGG CRUMB TOPPING
Steps:
- Pulse the bread in the bowl of a food processor until it becomes fine crumbs. Spray a nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat pan over medium-high heat until hot. Lower heat to medium, add bread crumbs to the skillet and toast, tossing often, until crumbs are golden brown and toasted, about 5 to 6 minutes. Remove from heat and cool completely.
- Grate egg in the medium-sized holes of a box grater or on a medium microplane grater (used for grating chocolate or cheese). Combine the egg, bread crumbs, parsley, cheese, salt, and pepper in a medium-sized bowl and toss to combine.
- Steam the asparagus until firm, but tender, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Arrange asparagus on a serving platter and top with Parmesan-Egg Crumb Topping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.5 calorie, Fat 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 36 milligrams, Sodium 177 milligrams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fiber 3.5 grams, Protein 6 grams
WOOD ROASTED SHAVED ASPARAGUS, PARMESAN, BREADCRUMBS AND LEMON
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
- Trim the woody ends from the asparagus. Using a vegetable peeler, shave the asparagus lengthwise into strips (if using Brussel sprouts, use a knife or mandoline to shave the sprouts).
- In a large bowl, gently toss the shaved asparagus with 2 tablespoons olive oil and a few pinches of salt and pepper. Pour the asparagus mixture into a 12-inch cast-iron skillet and loosely arrange a "nest." Roast until slightly browned and softened, about 3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the cubed bread and toss to coat in the olive oil. Allow the bread to toast evenly, tossing often, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the garlic to perfume the oil and bread. Remove the bread from the pan to a cutting board and roughly chop the bread pieces. Toss with the grated Parmesan and black pepper, to taste.
- Top the asparagus with the breadcrumbs. Garnish with more grated Parmesan.
ASPARAGUS AND PARMESAN PUDDINGS
Categories Cheese Egg Vegetable Appetizer Side Bake Lunch Ricotta Asparagus Spring Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 puddings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Butter eight 3/4-cup custard cups or soufflé dishes. Coat with breadcrumbs. Cut off asparagus tips. Cook tips in large saucepan of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Drain; reserve tips and 1 cup cooking liquid. Coarsely chop asparagus stalks.
- Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion; sauté until tender, about 6 minutes. Add stalks; sauté until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Add reserved asparagus cooking liquid. Cover; simmer until stalks are tender, about 12 minutes.
- Uncover; cook until liquid is absorbed, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Transfer to food processor; puree. Add Parmesan, ricotta and flour. Using on/off turns, process just until blended. Season with salt and pepper.
- Whisk eggs in bowl to blend. Add asparagus puree; whisk to blend. Stir in all but 16 asparagus tips. Divide custard among cups. Place cups in roasting pan. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover; chill puddings and remaining asparagus tips.)
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Pour hot water into pan to come 1 inch up sides of cups. Bake puddings until set, about 35 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes. Invert onto plates. Garnish with asparagus tips.
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH PARMESAN
This has to be the quickest and simplest recipe for asparagus that I've ever tried. The asparagus comes out tender crisp just the way I think it should be! From Martha Stewart Living's Everyday Food magazine, June 2004 issue.
Provided by mersaydees
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
- Trim and/or peel tough ends from asparagus.
- On a rimmed baking sheet, toss asparagus with olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Arrange asparagus in an even layer on the baking sheet.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Roast in the oven until asparagus is tender and cheese has melted, about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.2, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 119.5, Carbohydrate 7.2, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 2.3, Protein 6.5
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
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH CRUNCHY PARMESAN TOPPING
This comforting gratin is ready in less than 30 minutes. Feel free to use the thin asparagus, as noted in the recipe, or use thick asparagus, trimmed and peeled, as in the video. Or, just use the Parmesan breadcrumb topping on another favorite vegetable. It's a welcome and perfectly crisp addition to just about any meat or vegetable.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories easy, quick, weekday, side dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 500 degrees; while it heats, put bread in, and check frequently until it is lightly toasted and dry. Coarsely grind or grate bread and cheese together (a small food processor is best), and keep crumbs larger than commercial bread crumbs.
- Rinse asparagus, and break off woody bottoms. Lay stalks in a baking dish that will hold them in two or three layers. Toss with bits of butter or the oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and place in oven.
- Roast 5 minutes, then shake dish to redistribute butter or oil. Roast 5 minutes more, then test for doneness by piercing a spear with point of a sharp knife; it should slide in but meet a little resistance. (Up to this point, the recipe can be made as much as two hours before serving; just leave asparagus at room temperature).
- Turn on broiler and place rack as close as possible to heating element. Top asparagus with cheese-crumb mixture and run under broiler to brown, a minute or two. Serve hot or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 186, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 462 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH CRUNCHY PARMESAN TOPPING
Make and share this Roasted Asparagus With Crunchy Parmesan Topping recipe from Food.com.
Provided by gailanng
Categories Vegetable
Time 24m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 450 degrees. Combine the bread crumbs and Parmesan.
- Rinse asparagus and break off woody bottoms. Peel if thick. Lay stalks in a baking dish that will hold them in two or three layers. If the asparagus are thick, add a splash of water. Drizzle with the olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper; place in oven.
- Roast until the asparagus are tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Test for doneness by piercing a spear with point of a sharp knife; it should slide in but meet a little resistance. (Up to this point, the recipe can be made as much as two hours before serving; just leave asparagus at room temperature.).
- Turn on broiler and place rack as close as possible to heating element. Top asparagus with cheese-crumb mixture and run under broiler to brown for 1-2 minutes. Serve hot or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.9, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 4.8, Sodium 195, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 2.1, Protein 6.5
PARMESAN CRUSTED ROASTED ASPARAGUS
Roasted asparagus with a parmesan crumb topping.
Provided by Elyse
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cut the rough ends off the asparagus and place in prepared pan.
- Generously spray nonstick cooking spray on top of asparagus.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese in an even layer on top of asparagus.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Place croutons in a resealable bag and crush using a rolling pin until fine crumbs form or place in a food processor.
- Sprinkle crouton crumbs on top of asparagus and spray again with nonstick cooking spray.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until crumb topping is golden brown and asparagus can be easily pierced with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 323 kcal, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Sodium 628 mg, Carbohydrate 40 g, Sugar 8 g, Protein 23 mg
EASY PARMESAN ASPARAGUS
"This delicious recipe will turn anyone into an asparagus lover," promises Sarah Porter of Pagosa Springs, Colorado. "My husband used to turn up his nose at asparagus. Now he asks me to make this dish! It's perfect with pork or poultry."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Brush asparagus spears with oil; place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 6 minutes; turn asparagus. Bake 6 minutes longer or until asparagus is tender., Combine Parmesan cheese and garlic salt; sprinkle over asparagus.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 171mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMONY BREADCRUMBS
Roasting asparagus at a high temperature concentrates its flavor and guarantees a tender-but not mushy-texture. To ensure crunchy crumbs, sprinkle them on just before serving.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Arrange asparagus on a rimmed baking sheet, and drizzle with oil. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Roast until tender, 18 to 20 minutes, then transfer to a platter.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add panko, and cook, stirring frequently, until deep golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in lemon juice and zest. Season with salt.
- Top asparagus with breadcrumbs, and garnish with lemon.
Tips:
- Choose the right asparagus. Look for spears that are firm and have tight, closed tips. Avoid spears that are wilted or have yellow or brown spots.
- Trim the asparagus. Cut off the woody ends of the asparagus spears. You can do this by snapping off the ends where they naturally break, or you can use a sharp knife to cut them off.
- Cook the asparagus properly. Asparagus can be cooked in a variety of ways, including boiling, steaming, roasting, and grilling. The key is to cook it until it is tender but still has a slight crunch.
- Don't overcook the asparagus. Overcooked asparagus will be mushy and lose its flavor.
- Season the asparagus to taste. Asparagus can be seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices, including salt, pepper, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil.
- Serve the asparagus immediately. Asparagus is best served hot, so try to serve it as soon as it is cooked.
Conclusion:
Asparagus is a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. With its delicate flavor and crisp texture, asparagus is a perfect addition to any meal. Whether you are roasting it with olive oil and garlic, steaming it with lemon juice, or grilling it with a balsamic glaze, asparagus is sure to please everyone at the table.
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