Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan Cream Sauce

A creamy sauce for asparagus flavored with Parmesan cheese, garlic, and lemon comes together in minutes while the asparagus roasts in the oven.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 140 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup low-fat milk
• 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
• salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 pinch lemon zest
• 0.75 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Place asparagus on the baking sheet and season with salt and black pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and lightly toss to coat evenly.

Step 3

Roast in the preheated oven until asparagus is tender-crisp, about 10 minutes for thin asparagus, or 14 minutes for large asparagus.

Step 4

Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and stir for 1 to 2 minutes until softened, taking care not to burn garlic. Sprinkle flour onto butter and cook, whisking constantly until mixture is golden and thick, 1 to 2 minutes. Slowly whisk in milk and bring to a light boil until sauce starts to thicken, 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 5

Sprinkle in Parmesan cheese and continue whisking until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat - sauce will further thicken.

Step 6

Place asparagus on a serving platter and drizzle with cheese sauce. Garnish with lemon zest and serve immediately.