Creamed Asparagus
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Creamed Asparagus
Description
This recipe cooks asparagus cut into pieces over medium-high heat in olive oil until just tender-crisp, maintaining a firm texture. Garlic is added briefly to release aroma without browning. Then, heavy cream is stirred in and simmered over low heat until the asparagus softens but retains some bite. Parmesan cheese melts in at the end, blending into a creamy coating that is savory and mildly salty.
The red pepper flakes add a gentle heat contrasting the richness of the cream and cheese. The result is a warm, creamy vegetable side with a delicate balance of freshness and indulgence. The asparagus remains bright green with a tender yet firm bite.
Serve this creamed asparagus warm alongside poultry, beef, or fish dishes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper at the end since Parmesan adds some saltiness. The simplicity highlights the flavor and texture of fresh asparagus enhanced by creamy sauce and a touch of spice.
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus trimmed and cut into 1.5-inch pieces
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 ½ tablespoons Parmesan Cheese grated
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook asparagus in olive oil over medium-high heat in a 10-inch skillet for 4 minutes (6 minutes if your asparagus is very thick).
- Add garlic and cook just until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and simmer on medium-low until asparagus is tender-crisp.
- Remove from heat and stir in parmesan cheese and red chili flakes. Taste and season with salt* and pepper.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Season with salt after cooking because Parmesan cheese already adds saltiness.
- Use fresh garlic minced finely to infuse flavor without overpowering.
- Cook asparagus until just tender to preserve crispness and color.
- Simmer cream gently to avoid curdling and allow sauce to thicken slightly.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to taste for desired heat level.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 100 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 100 | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 18mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 41mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 252mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1129IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 55mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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