Creamed Asparagus

Cream cheese and Greek yogurt lend tang to this creamed asparagus side dish that also features mushrooms.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 98 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
• 1 pound asparagus spears
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.75 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 cup beef broth
• 0.25 cup whipped cream cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Rinse asparagus under cool water to remove any grit. Snap off the bottom inch or so using your fingers; the stems will naturally break where the tough woody part ends and the tender stem begins. Remove the ends. Dry the spears by rolling them between two kitchen towels. Cut into 1-inch pieces.

Step 2

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus, beef broth, and garlic powder. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until asparagus is crisp-tender, 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 3

Add sliced mushrooms and cook until tender, 3 to 5 minutes more. Reduce heat to low; add cream cheese, yogurt, nutmeg, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until cheese is melted and creamy, about 3 minutes.