Baked Asparagus with Cheese Sauce

Baked asparagus with cheese sauce is a great side dish that is simple enough for a busy weeknight meal yet special enough to serve to company.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 113 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup half-and-half
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon ground mustard

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 2

Arrange asparagus spears in a shallow baking dish.

Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven until asparagus is soft and cheese sauce starts to bubble, about 15 minutes. Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 4

Whisk together half-and-half, cornstarch, Italian seasoning, ground mustard, red pepper flakes, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Pour mixture over asparagus and swirl the dish so that liquid coats the bottom of the dish.