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    Home » Recipes » Side Dish Recipes

    Asparagus with Parmesan and Pepper Sauce

    Mar 29, 2018 | by Jennifer | Last Updated: Apr 1, 2022

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    This asparagus channels the famous pasta Cacio e Pepe, topped with a cheese and pepper sauce. Easy and delicious way to enjoy Spring asparagus!

    asparagus with parmesan and pepper sauce

    If you are a fan of the famous cheese and pepper pasta version Cacio e Pepe, you will love this asparagus with parmesan and pepper sauce. It's both easy and delicious and a great way to enjoy Spring asparagus. I thought I would share this one last recipe that might be useful for anyone looking for an addition to their Easter meal.

    The sauce cooks up quickly on the stove-top as a simple white sauce, filled with Parmesan and freshly ground pepper. Pour over your asparagus on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes. Pop under the broiler to brown it up if you like and enjoy.

    Cook's Notes

    You can make the sauce ahead if you like, and refrigerate. Since the sauce with thicken in the fridge, you'll want to re-warm the sauce a bit before using, so that it pours nicely overtop of the asparagus. You could do this in the microwave, if you like.

    asparagus with parmesan and pepper sauce

    asparagus with parmesan and pepper sauce

    Asparagus with Parmesan and Pepper Sauce

    Bringing the classic cheese and pepper pasta sauce to your Spring asparagus, with asparagus topped with a cheese and pepper sauce.
    Author: Jennifer
    5 stars from 4 ratings
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Servings 4 servings

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 lb asparagus
    • 2 tsp olive oil
    • Salt and freshly ground pepper

    Sauce:

    • 1 1/2 Tbsp unsalted butter
    • 1 Tbsp all purpose flour
    • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
    • 3/4 cups shredded Parmesan
    • 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
    • 1/4 tsp salt
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    Instructions
     

    • Heat oven to 425F.
    • In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Whisk in milk. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan, pepper and salt.
    • Lay asparagus in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush with olive oil and season with some salt and pepper. Pour sauce over the middle of the spears, from side to side, leaving the top and bottom of the asparagus spears exposed. Roast in preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until asparagus is just tender. Place pan under the broiler for a minute or so to brown up the cheeses sauce.
    • Remove from oven and let stand a few minutes. Using a spatula, carefully transfer asparagus (with sauce) to a serving plate.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 487mg | Potassium: 367mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1285IU | Vitamin C: 6.4mg | Calcium: 353mg | Iron: 2.7mg

    Nutritional information provided for general guidance only and should not be relied upon to make personal health decisions.

    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine International
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    Hi! I'm Jennifer, a home-cook of many years and a lifelong seeker of delicious food! I'm an equal opportunity eater. I enjoy eating all the foods!

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    1. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      April 02, 2018 at 10:33 am

      5 stars
      I love spring asparagus dishes Jennifer! I'll be adding this one to my list. It looks soooo good!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 02, 2018 at 10:38 am

        Thanks Mary Ann :)

        Reply
    2. Laura | Tutti Dolci says

      March 30, 2018 at 12:20 am

      Such a delicious way to enjoy spring asparagus!

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      • Jennifer says

        March 30, 2018 at 8:47 am

        Thanks Laura :)

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    3. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

      March 29, 2018 at 1:09 pm

      5 stars
      Love the twist on a classic!! That sounds dreamy, Jennifer. Bit of bread for swiping up that sauce and some vino and I'm one happy lady! Happy weekend!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        March 29, 2018 at 5:03 pm

        Thanks Dawn and you, too!

        Reply
    4. [email protected] says

      March 29, 2018 at 11:16 am

      5 stars
      This is AMAZING!! So simple but so delicious!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        March 29, 2018 at 11:26 am

        Thanks Annie!

        Reply
    5. Tricia @ Saving Room for Dessert says

      March 29, 2018 at 10:00 am

      I agree with Cheyanne - such a terrific combo! I could east asparagus every single day :) Perfect spring deliciousness!

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      • Jennifer says

        March 29, 2018 at 11:25 am

        Thanks Tricia :)

        Reply
    6. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

      March 29, 2018 at 9:35 am

      5 stars
      This is such a genius mash up, Jennifer!!! I absolutely adore asparagus, and that melty cheese has me drooling!! So much yum!! Cheers!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        March 29, 2018 at 11:25 am

        Thanks Cheyanne :) I love asparagus, too, especially with cheese ;)

        Reply

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