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Easy Asparagus Casserole

Easy Asparagus Casserole

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  2. 2 Layer 1 ½ cans of asparagus in the prepared casserole dish. Top with 1 can mushroom soup, ½ of the sliced hard-boiled eggs, and 1 cup of crushed crackers. Repeat layers with remaining asparagus, soup, sliced eggs, and crackers.
  3. 3 Cover and bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove cover and top with shredded cheese. Cover and bake an additional 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted.

By Peggy

Sautéed Asparagus and Mushrooms

Sautéed Asparagus and Mushrooms

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Trim stem ends from asparagus, then cut spears into 1 1/2-inch pieces.
  2. 2 Heat refined coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cremini mushrooms; cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in asparagus; cook until bright green and tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic in the last minute of cooking. Season with flaky salt and black pepper.

By VirginiaWillis

Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan

Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Spray the inside of a 9x13 casserole dish with olive oil cooking spray. Place asparagus in the dish and lightly spray spears with cooking spray.
  3. 3 Sprinkle asparagus with Parmesan cheese, sea salt, and garlic powder.
  4. 4 Roast in preheated oven until fork easily punctures thickest part of stem, about 12 minutes.
  5. 5 Enjoy!

By Diane

Creamed Asparagus on Toast

Creamed Asparagus on Toast

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Place asparagus into a large pot or skillet and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.
  3. 3 Mix 3 tablespoons butter and flour together in the same pot over medium-low heat until flour is dissolved and mixture is smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. Add milk, asparagus, and salt to butter-flour mixture and simmer until thickened, 10 to 15 minutes.
  4. 4 Spread about 1 teaspoon butter onto each piece of toast. Pour creamed asparagus over each piece of toast.

By Bud Stonerook

Air Fryer Asparagus and Tomatoes with Balsamic Drizzle

Air Fryer Asparagus and Tomatoes with Balsamic Drizzle

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer's directions.
  2. 2 Pour balsamic vinegar into a microwave-safe container. Cook on high power until vinegar is reduced by half, 2 1/2 to 3 minutes. Set aside.
  3. 3 Combine asparagus, cherry tomatoes, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl and toss until well combined. Spread out vegetables in the air fryer basket in a single layer. You might need to cook in batches.
  4. 4 Cook in the air fryer until asparagus is lightly browned and the tomatoes begin to burst, about 10 minutes.
  5. 5 Place vegetables on a serving platter and drizzle with reduced balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle with feta cheese and serve warm.

By Bibi

Asparagus with Lime and Ginger

Asparagus with Lime and Ginger

4.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pour about 1 inch of water into the bottom half of a steamer pan set, and place over medium heat. Place the asparagus in the top half of the steamer pan set; steam until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the asparagus and arrange on a serving platter.
  2. 2 Whisk the lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, ginger, and sugar together in a bowl; stream the vegetable oil into the mixture while whisking. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle over the asparagus.

By TerryWilson

Perfect Pickled Asparagus

Perfect Pickled Asparagus

4.4

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Trim asparagus bottoms; pack loosely into a 1 quart jar.
  2. 2 Bring water, vinegar, sugar, jalapeño, thyme, garlic, Old Bay, bay leaves, salt, and peppercorns to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Boil 1 minute.
  3. 3 Pour enough hot liquid over asparagus in the jar to completely immerse. Cover; cool to room temperature. Store refrigerated for 24 hours to blend flavors before serving.

By JOHNNYDEEZ

Green Bean and Asparagus Salad

Green Bean and Asparagus Salad

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Toss green bean pieces and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a bowl until the green beans are evenly coated; spread onto a baking sheet.
  3. 3 Roast green beans in preheated oven until tender, about 10 minutes.
  4. 4 Toss asparagus pieces and 1 tablespoon oil in a bowl until the asparagus is evenly coated; spread onto the baking sheet with the partially roasted green beans.
  5. 5 Continue roasting the green bean and asparagus mixture until tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
  6. 6 Toss the roasted green beans and asparagus with red onion, cherry tomatoes, and parsley in a large bowl; season with kosher salt and black pepper. Drizzle with olive oil to taste, if desired.

By Sarah

Cream of Thyme Asparagus Soup

Cream of Thyme Asparagus Soup

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onions, mushrooms, and garlic; cook and stir until onions soften, about 5 minutes. Add asparagus, wine, thyme, and black pepper; cook and stir until asparagus is tender, about 5 minutes. Pour in 2 cups broth; simmer until flavors combine, 5 to 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Purée soup with an immersion blender until smooth; stir in cream. Add remaining 1 cup broth until soup reaches desired consistency; simmer until heated through, 5 to 10 minutes.

By Sara

Couscous Primavera

Couscous Primavera

4.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine couscous, green onion, jalapeño, olive oil, cumin, cayenne pepper, and black pepper in a large bowl; stir until olive oil is completely incorporated.
  2. 2 Bring vegetable stock, asparagus, and peas to a boil in a saucepan over high heat.
  3. 3 Pour stock, asparagus, and peas over couscous mixture; shake the bowl to settle couscous into liquid. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork, then stir in mint and season with salt and pepper to taste.

By John Mitzewich

Eggplant Mixed Grill

Eggplant Mixed Grill

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
12 min
Total
150 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large resealable plastic bag, mix the olive oil, parsley, oregano, basil, vinegar, kosher salt, pepper, and garlic. Place the onion, asparagus, mushrooms, eggplant, red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper into the bag. Seal, and marinate 2 hours in the refrigerator, turning occasionally
  2. 2 Preheat the grill for high heat.
  3. 3 Lightly oil the grill grate. Grill the vegetables 6 minutes on each side, until tender.

By kelcampbell

Quinoa, Asparagus, and Feta Salad

Quinoa, Asparagus, and Feta Salad

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pour water into a saucepan and bring to a boil; add quinoa and salt, stir, cover saucepan with a lid, and reduce heat to low. Simmer mixture until quinoa is tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat, let quinoa rest for 5 minutes, and transfer quinoa to a bowl to cool.
  2. 2 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add asparagus and cook uncovered until tender but still crisp, 2 to 3 minutes; drain in a colander and immediately immerse asparagus in ice water for several minutes until cold to stop the cooking process. Drain.
  3. 3 Stir asparagus, feta cheese, almonds, green onions, parsley, thyme, and lemon zest into quinoa.
  4. 4 Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, honey, garlic, Dijon mustard, and black pepper together in a bowl until dressing is smooth. Pour dressing over quinoa mixture and stir gently to combine.

By AnnInLondon

Air Fryer Asparagus and Tomatoes

Air Fryer Asparagus and Tomatoes

Prep
5 min
Cook
4 min
Total
14 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Add asparagus and grape tomatoes. Stir to combine and let sit for 5 minutes while you preheat the air fryer.
  2. 2 Preheat the air fryer to 370 degrees F (180 degrees C) for 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Add asparagus and tomato mixture to the air fryer basket.
  4. 4 Cook in the air fryer until vegetables are tender, about 4 minutes.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Asparagus Stir-Fry

Asparagus Stir-Fry

4.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a bowl, mix the broth, sherry, soy sauce, cider vinegar, cornstarch, sugar, dry mustard, and salt.
  2. 2 Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Mix the asparagus into the skillet, coating with the oil. Cook and stir 5 minutes, until tender but firm. Pour the broth mixture over the asparagus, and continue cooking 5 minutes, until thickened and heated through.

By LEXJAM

Pesto Penne Primavera

Pesto Penne Primavera

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Make pesto: Combine basil, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic in a food processor; blend until well combined and consistency is that of fresh pesto.
  2. 2 Start pasta: Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook penne in boiling water until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Pour 1 tablespoon olive oil over the pasta and toss to coat.
  3. 3 While the pasta is cooking, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pine nuts and toss in hot oil until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes; remove to a plate and set aside.
  4. 4 Add asparagus, zucchini, olives, red pepper, and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet; cook and stir until hot, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir pine nuts into the vegetable mixture.
  5. 5 Add cooked pasta and about 1/4 cup of the pesto, or more to your liking, to the skillet and toss to combine.
  6. 6 Serve in bowls topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

By Mikey's Kitchen

Asparagus and Tomato Panzanella

Asparagus and Tomato Panzanella

4.8

Prep
30 min
Cook
20 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Toss bread cubes, ¼ cup oil, and garlic together on a large baking sheet; season with salt and black pepper.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until toasted, about 15 minutes, stirring and flipping bread cubes about halfway through. Cool.
  4. 4 Fill a large bowl with ice and cold water; set aside. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil; cook asparagus in the boiling water until bright green and just tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer asparagus to ice water to cool. Drain; dry on a clean towel. Cut asparagus into thirds.
  5. 5 Toss bread cubes, asparagus, cucumber, yellow tomatoes, onion, olives, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and capers in a large bowl. Whisk vinegar and remaining ¼ cup oil in a small bowl; season with salt and black pepper. Pour vinaigrette over bread mixture; toss to combine. Set aside before serving for 20 minutes.

By Sarahscakes

Spicy Cajun Asparagus

Spicy Cajun Asparagus

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  2. 2 Snap asparagus spears at the tender part of the stalk. Arrange spears in one layer on a baking sheet. Spray lightly with nonstick spray; sprinkle with Cajun seasoning.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until tender, about 10 minutes.

By MSLILLY

Easy Ginger Asparagus

Easy Ginger Asparagus

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  2. 2 Place asparagus on a piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil large enough to wrap completely around asparagus; drizzle with oil and top with ginger. Seal foil into a packet.
  3. 3 Cook on the preheated grill about 5 minutes. Flip packet; cook until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes more (longer if you prefer well-done asparagus).

By Trish

The Best Steamed Asparagus

The Best Steamed Asparagus

4.1

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place asparagus in a microwave-safe dish. Pour in wine and dot with butter.
  2. 2 Cover loosely and cook in the microwave on high until bright green and tender, about 3 minutes. Allow to stand for 5 minutes before serving.

By JOHN KARST

Simply Steamed Asparagus

Simply Steamed Asparagus

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Place 3 cups water in the bottom half of a steamer pan set. Add butter and salt and bring to a boil.
  3. 3 Trim dry ends off of asparagus. If spears are thick, peel them lightly with a vegetable peeler.
  4. 4 Place asparagus spears in the top half of the steamer pan set. Steam until asparagus is tender, 5 to 10 minutes depending on thickness.
  5. 5 Serve and enjoy!

By KIMIRAEJ

Cold Asparagus with Prosciutto and Lemon

Cold Asparagus with Prosciutto and Lemon

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Cook asparagus in boiling water until tender but still crisp, about 4 minutes. Quickly drain asparagus and plunge into a bowl of ice water to stop cooking and maintain the bright green color. Drain again and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. 2 Separate asparagus into 5 small bundles and wrap each one with a prosciutto slice. Sprinkle each bundle with lemon juice and zest.

By Lisa K

Instant Pot Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus

Instant Pot Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bundle together 3 asparagus spears, or 5 spears if they are slender. Wrap 1 prosciutto slice around each asparagus bundle, catching the beginning edge of the prosciutto around one spear of asparagus.
  2. 2 Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Melt butter. Place prosciutto-wrapped asparagus bundles seam-side down into the Instant Pot and saute until prosciutto is lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Turn bundles over and cook until prosciutto is browned, 2 more minutes. Turn bundles over the rest, seam-side down. Pour chicken broth into pot. Select steam pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 3 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for pressure to build.
  3. 3 Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Serve immediately.

By thedailygourmet

Baked Asparagus

Baked Asparagus

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
25 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Spread out asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Roll asparagus back and forth until evenly coated with oil.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until asparagus is lightly browned and easily pierced with a knife, 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the thickness of asparagus. Flip asparagus. Season with salt and drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Continue baking until balsamic vinegar starts to caramelize, about 1 minute more.

By Toi

Smithfield Holiday Ham

Smithfield Holiday Ham

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
60 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Line a roasting pan with aluminum foil. Place a wire rack into the lined roasting pan.
  2. 2 Place ham fat-side up on the rack in the prepared roasting pan. Cover tightly with aluminum foil.
  3. 3 Roast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes per pound of ham, 60 to 90 minutes.
  4. 4 Glaze according to directions.
  5. 5 Garnish with grilled or roasted asparagus, strawberries, and blueberries.

By Smithfield®

Grilled Asparagus

Grilled Asparagus

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  3. 3 Lightly coat the asparagus spears with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. 4 Cook asparagus on the preheated grill, turning often until lightly charred and fork-tender about 3 to 5 minutes.
  5. 5 Serve hot and enjoy!

By Allrecipes Member

Simple Smoked Asparagus

Simple Smoked Asparagus

Prep
5 min
Cook
30 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the smoker to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Add wood chips according to manufacturer's directions.
  2. 2 Place asparagus inside a disposable foil pan. Drizzle with oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
  3. 3 Place the pan on the smoker rack and cook in the preheated smoker for 30 minutes.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Asparagus with Sliced Almonds and Parmesan Cheese

Asparagus with Sliced Almonds and Parmesan Cheese

4.5

Prep
2 min
Cook
10 min
Total
12 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus; cook and stir about 3 minutes. Stir in almonds and Parmesan; cook until cheese slightly browned, about 3 to 5 minutes.

By BRENOLA

Baked Parmesan Asparagus

Baked Parmesan Asparagus

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Lightly spray asparagus with cooking spray; place onto the prepared baking sheet.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until tender, about 12 minutes, flipping spears halfway through.
  4. 4 Meanwhile, mix Parmesan cheese and garlic salt together in a small bowl.
  5. 5 Remove asparagus from the oven and sprinkle Parmesan mixture over top.

By Roberta Spaller Zerkovich

Asparagus Side Dish

Asparagus Side Dish

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
12 min
Total
17 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Add asparagus and water to a 10-inch skillet over medium heat; cover. Steam asparagus until tender, about 10 minutes; drain.
  2. 2 Return asparagus in skillet to heat; reduce heat to low. Drizzle asparagus with olive oil; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Add grape tomatoes to the skillet; cover and allow to sit, covered, until cheese melts and tomatoes are slightly steamed, about 2 minutes.

By CariCooks