Best 8 Ritz Cracker Asparagus Casserole Recipes

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When it comes to quick and easy side dishes, nothing beats a simple casserole. And when asparagus is in season, there's no better way to enjoy it than in a creamy casserole with Ritz crackers. This classic dish is a favorite for potlucks and holiday dinners, and it's also a great way to use up leftover cooked asparagus. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have this delicious casserole on the table in no time.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Two bunches fresh asparagus
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
Pinch salt
5 ounces Cheddar, grated
4 hard-boiled eggs
1/2 cup saltine cracker crumbs (about 10 crackers)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Add the asparagus to a large pot of boiling water, keeping the bundles together with rubber bands or string. Cook for a couple of minutes; the asparagus should be bright green and still crunchy. List the bundles out of the water and slice off the tough ends of the asparagus. Drop the trimmed ends back in the boiling water and lower to a simmer.
  • Run the asparagus tops under cold water to stop the cooking.
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan. Whisk in the flour to make a roux. Cook for 1 minute, then whisk in the milk and 1 cup of the asparagus cooking liquid. Add the salt and continue cooking until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Add the grated Cheddar and cook, stirring, until melted, about 1 minute.
  • Arrange the asparagus in the bottom of a 9-by-12-by-2-inch baking dish, alternating the stem ends so each serving includes both heads and stems. Thinly slice the hard-boiled eggs and arrange them over the asparagus. Pour the cheese sauce over the eggs and asparagus and sprinkle with the cracker crumbs. Bake until lightly browned and bubbles appear around the edges, about 20 minutes.

RITZ-CRACKER ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE



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A delicious way to serve asparagus to your guests. It can be prepared ahead, refrigerated, and baked while your guests enjoy an appetizer!

Provided by BeachGirl

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 1 9x13x2 casserole, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 bunches fresh asparagus or 2 (15 ounce) cans asparagus, drained
4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled & thinly sliced
1/3 cup butter flavored cracker, crushed (I use Ritz)
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 can cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/4 cup milk
salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon italian seasoning (optional)

Steps:

  • Drop fresh asparagus into boiling water.
  • As soon as they turn"bright" green, remove and plunge them into ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Drain.
  • Mix soup and milk together.
  • Place asparagus in 9x13x2-inch casserole.
  • Top with sliced eggs.
  • Sprinkle with crackers; sprinkle with cheese.
  • Pour soup mixture over casserole.
  • Bake at 350 degrees until hot, just bubbling and cheese is melted.
  • NOTE: For a spicier version my family really, really likes, I use Cheez-its (Hot and Spicy) crackers instead of the butter-flavored crackers mentioned above. I usually add a few more crackers than the original recipe calls for.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.9, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 81.3, Sodium 178.8, Carbohydrate 3.7, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.1, Protein 5.6

RITZ CRACKER CHICKEN CASSEROLE RECIPE



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Ritz cracker chicken casserole recipe produces one tasty, creamy, and crunchy chicken breast entree!

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

10.5 ounces condensed cream of chicken soup (1 can)
1 cup sour cream
4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
¼ teaspoon onion powder
salt and pepper, to taste
10 ounces frozen mixed vegetables (1 bag (green beans, carrots, corn, broccoli florets etc.))
3 cups chicken breast (cooked and cut into bite-sized pieces (about 1 1/2 pounds))
1 sleeve Ritz crackers (crushed (about 1 1/2 cups crushed))
½ cup butter (melted)
1 Tablespoon fresh parsley (roughly chopped (optional garnish))

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9x13" baking pan with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix together soup, sour cream, cream cheese, onion powder, and salt and pepper.
  • Mix in the frozen vegetables and chicken.
  • Spread chicken mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan
  • In a bowl, mix crushed cracker crumbs and melted butter together then sprinkle over the top of the chicken mixture.
  • Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes.
  • Top with parsley, if desired.
  • Store it in an airtight container to enjoy it the next day!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 31 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 123 mg, Sodium 714 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESY ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE



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MY SISTER created this recipe and shared it with me. I always serve it on special holidays, particularly Easter. My husband says he hates asparagus, but he loves this casserole. He doesn't know he's eating his "enemy vegetable"! -Joyce Allison, Millsap, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk or half-and-half cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup crushed potato chips

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain well; set aside. , In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add salt and pepper. , Preheat oven to 350°. In an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish, layer half of the asparagus. Cover with half of the eggs, cheese and sauce. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with potato chips. , Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 198mg cholesterol, Sodium 415mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

MRS BICE'S ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE



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Mrs. Bice was a member of my grandparent's church when I was growing up. I remember this casserole from the funeral lunches the UMW would prepare for the family before or after the service. Mrs. Bice's original recipe calls for 3 cans of asparagus spears, but I prefer fresh or high quality frozen cooked. You need enough to cover the bottom of your pan completely. Asparagus lovers like me say "the more the better!" This was always served as a side dish, but I often make it as a meatless main dish.

Provided by DeniseBC

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h25m

Yield 6-8 as a side dish

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 -2 lb fresh asparagus
2 cups Ritz cracker crumbs, divided
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided (I like sharp cheddar)
3 -4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped fine
1 (4 ounce) jar pimentos, drained
1/3 cup butter
1/3 cup flour
2 1/2-3 cups milk (or you can use half milk and half chicken broth)

Steps:

  • Steam or cook asparagus as desired. I always leave the spears whole, but it may be easier for serving to cut them in half.
  • Sprinkle 1 cup Ritz cracker crumbs in bottom of prepared 13"x9" casserole.
  • Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups cheese over crumbs.
  • Layer all asparagus over cheese.
  • Sprinkle chopped eggs over asparagus.
  • Prepare cream sauce:.
  • Blend flour and butter over medium heat until it makes a paste.
  • Add liquid, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cook, stirring constantly, until bubbly and thick, adding more liquid as needed.
  • Spread cream sauce over eggs.
  • On top of sauce, sprinkle pimento, remainder of cheese, topping with remaining Ritz cracker crumbs.
  • Bake at 350 about 40 minutes until bubbly and cheese is turning light brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.6, Fat 35.5, SaturatedFat 21.6, Cholesterol 206.7, Sodium 508.6, Carbohydrate 14.9, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 2.6, Protein 23.2

ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE



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Take this traditional southern side dish to the next level with smoky bacon, creamy bechamel, and sharp gruyere.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 bunches asparagus (about 2 pounds), cut into 2-inch pieces (about 6 cups)
4 thick-slices bacon (about 4 ounces), chopped (about 1 cup)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup finely chopped onion (from 1/2 a small onion)
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 cups whole milk
4 large hard-boiled eggs, halved lengthwise
1 cup butter crackers (such as Ritz), coarsely crushed (about 2 ounces)
1 cup shredded gruyere cheese (about 2 1/2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees with rack in the upper third. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil; prepare an ice bath. Add asparagus and cook until just tender and bright green, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to ice bath; drain.
  • Return pot to medium heat. Add bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 10 minutes; remove bacon with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate. Discard rendered fat or reserve for another use. Add butter to same pot and heat over medium until foamy. Add onion, nutmeg, cayenne and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in flour and cook, stirring occasionally, until toasted and fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in mustard, then gradually whisk in milk and bring to a boil, whisking often. Reduce to a simmer and cook until thickened slightly, about 5 minutes. (You should have about 2 cups bechamel.) If not using right away, press a sheet of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the sauce to keep a film from forming.
  • Spread 1 cup bechamel evenly across the bottom of a 9-inch-square baking dish. Reserving 1 cup for topping, sprinkle remaining asparagus over bechamel. Arrange reserved bacon in an even layer on top, followed by the sliced eggs, cracker crumbs and remaining bechamel. Sprinkle the reserved 1 cup asparagus down the center of the casserole, then sprinkle the cheese evenly on top and season with black pepper. Bake until sauce is bubbling, about 25 minutes. Turn oven to broil setting and continue to cook until golden-brown on top, 3 to 4 minutes more. Let cool 15 minutes on a wire rack before serving.

ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE WITH HARD-BOILED EGGS



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A baked delight incorporating asparagus, chopped egg, bread crumbs and a simple white sauce of butter, flour and milk.

Provided by MECLA

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup dry bread crumbs, browned in butter
20 asparagus tips
5 hard-cooked eggs, chopped

Steps:

  • To Make White Sauce: Melt butter in a small skillet over medium low heat; stir in flour, then milk. Cook until thickened and season with salt and pepper.
  • Spread 1/2 of the browned bread crumbs in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Add layers of asparagus and chopped egg, alternately. Pour White Sauce over all and top with remaining bread crumbs.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.4 g, Cholesterol 277.7 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 822.4 mg, Sugar 7 g

ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE II



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This is a recipe my mother always made on special occasions--it was the only casserole dish my father would eat. My husband had never eaten asparagus until we married 25 years ago and now always requests this dish when asked what he would like on special occasions. It is so easy and so delicious!

Provided by STERRY

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 eggs
3 (15 ounce) cans asparagus, drained
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 cups crushed buttery round crackers
4 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool and peel and slice.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • In the prepared dish layer 1 1/2 cans of asparagus, 1 can mushroom soup, 2 eggs and 1 cup of crushed crackers. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
  • Cover and bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove cover and top with grated cheese. Cover and bake an additional 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 107.9 mg, Fat 27.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 1575.1 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender asparagus for the best flavor and texture.
  • To easily remove the tough ends of the asparagus, hold the asparagus spear at the bottom and bend it until it snaps. The tough end will naturally break off.
  • If you don't have Ritz crackers, you can use another type of cracker, such as saltines or club crackers.
  • You can add other ingredients to the casserole, such as cooked chicken, shrimp, or vegetables.
  • To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and bake it according to the recipe. Then, let it cool completely and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the casserole in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until it's heated through.

Conclusion:

Ritz Cracker Asparagus Casserole is a classic side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, delicious, and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give Ritz Cracker Asparagus Casserole a try.

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