Baked Asparagus with Cheese Sauce

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

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.
Baked Asparagus with Cheese Sauce

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

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