Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan Cream Sauce

Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan Cream Sauce

Try this easy asparagus recipe with a rich and creamy Parmesan cheese sauce - the sauce 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

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.
Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan Cream Sauce

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

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