Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors and textures that is creamed asparagus on toast, a dish that elevates the humble asparagus to a culinary masterpiece. This classic combination of tender asparagus enveloped in a creamy, flavorful sauce atop crispy, toasted bread is a symphony of contrasting textures and harmonious flavors. Asparagus, with its slightly sweet, vegetal essence, stands as the protagonist of this dish, while the creamy sauce, enriched with butter, milk, and seasonings, plays a supporting role, enhancing the asparagus' natural goodness. The toast, a sturdy foundation for this delightful creation, provides a satisfying crunch that complements the soft asparagus and velvety sauce. This recipe is not only a testament to the culinary potential of asparagus but also a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, side dish, or even a light main course. Join us on this culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind this timeless classic, offering variations that cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs.
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CREAMED ASPARAGUS ON TOAST
Creamed Asparagus on Toast is an old fashioned creamed asparagus recipe with hard boiled eggs.
Provided by Barbara
Categories Appetizer Breakfast Entree Main Course Side Dish
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Par-cook asparagus in boiling water for 3-4 minutes or until crisp tender.
- Drain asparagus.
- Melt butter in large skillet; add drained asparagus and chopped hard boiled eggs.
- Add half of the milk to the skillet, and bring to a low simmer.
- Add cornstarch to the remaining cold milk and stir to make a slurry.
- Add milk slurry to the skillet and bring to a boil, stirring constantly until thickened.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Serve over buttered toast points.
GERMAN CREAMED ASPARAGUS
Years ago, mothers believed that the presence of toast and eggs with this meal helped children learn to eat a vegetable that is less familiar to them since it only would make it to the table seasonally. They would place the toast along the outer rim, lay sliced egg on top of the asparagus and pour the cream sauce over top of the...
Provided by Linda Kauppinen
Categories Other Side Dishes
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Steam asparagus in 1/2 inch of water until soft. Lift out of water and set aside, keeping warm.
- 2. To 1 cup of cooking water, add 2 Tbsp butter, 2 Tbsp flour, 1/4 tsp salt and dash of pepper. Stir until smooth and thickened.
- 3. Place asparagus on a serving dish. (Optional: Put squares of toast around the edge and slices of hard boiled eggs on top.) Pour cream sauce over and serve.
CREAMED ASPARAGUS
I made this last Easter instead of creamed spinach to accompany our leg of lamb dinner. It was a major hit, so I'll be making it again this year.
Provided by JoAnn Cambareri
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Rinse asparagus under cool water to remove any grit. Snap off the bottom inch or so using your fingers; the stems will naturally break where the tough woody part ends and the tender stem begins. Remove the ends. Dry the spears by rolling them between two kitchen towels. Cut into 1-inch pieces.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus, beef broth, and garlic powder. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until asparagus is crisp-tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook until tender, 3 to 5 minutes more. Reduce heat to low; add cream cheese, yogurt, nutmeg, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until cheese is melted and creamy, about 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 19.5 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 153.5 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
CREAMY ASPARAGUS ON TOAST
If you have hard-cooked eggs left over from Easter, here's a way to use some of them. It's delicious for a luncheon or light supper.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, bring 1/2 in of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Arrange eggs over the top. , In a large saucepan, melt 1/4 cup of butter; gradually stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in cheese until melted. Pour over eggs. , In a small skillet, melt the remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over top of casserole. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve with toast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 513 calories, Fat 36g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 207mg cholesterol, Sodium 782mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
ELSA'S HAM AND ASPARAGUS TOASTS
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 22m
Yield 8 toasts
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Holding 1 spear at each end snap off the tough stem of asparagus. Use this spear as a guide line to trim the bundle with a sharp knife. Simmer asparagus in salted boiling water 3 minutes. Drain and run under cold water. Cut asparagus to fit the size of the toasts.
- Toast 8 thick slices of farmhouse style bread under a preheated broiler 6 inches from heat. Combine softened butter and mustard. Spread the toasted bread with mustard butter. Cut sliced ham into smaller pieces to process. Grind the ham in your food processor. Spread the toast with ground ham. Arrange steamed asparagus spears on top of the layer of ham. Top each toast with a few grinds of black pepper and a mound of fontina cheese. Return toasts to hot oven under broiler and cook toasts until cheese melts and lightly browns at edges. Arrange ham and asparagus toast on a platter and serve.
CREAMY ASPARAGUS ON TOAST
If you have hard-cooked eggs left over from Easter, here's a way to use some of them. Fresh asparagus with a delightful cheese sauce makes a delicious casserole that is served over toast for a luncheon or light supper. Another recipe from Taste of Home's Busy Family Cookbook.
Provided by Crafty Lady 13
Categories Vegetable
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skille, bring 1/2 inch of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. Transfer to a greased 11 x 7 x 2-inch baking dish. Arrange egg slices over top.
- In a large saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter; gradually stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; add cheese and stir until melted. Pour over eggs.
- In a small skillet, melt the remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over top of casserole. Bake, uncovered, at 375 degrees F for 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve on top of toast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 541.5, Fat 37.9, SaturatedFat 22.6, Cholesterol 206.1, Sodium 765.6, Carbohydrate 32.2, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 3.9, Protein 20
CREAMY CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS ON TOAST
Make and share this Creamy Chicken and Asparagus on Toast recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°; preheat a big skillet over med-high heat with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
- Add in onion, thyme, and garlic; season with salt and pepper; cook, stirring frequently for 5-8 minutes until nice and brown.
- Remove onions from the pan; add in the remaining olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter.
- Add in the chicken; season with salt and pepper; cook until lightly browned 3-4 minutes on each side.
- While the chicken is cooking, split the French bread in half lengthwise, just shy of cutting it completely through.
- Dig out some of the insides of the bread and discard.
- Push the bread open and flatten out to keep it open.
- In a small bowl, combine the remaining 5 tablespoons butter, a little salt and pepper, and 3 tablespoons parsley; evenly spread mixture on the inside of the bread.
- Cut the buttered loaf into 4 portions, arrange on a cookie sheet; transfer to oven and bake about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove toasted bread from oven, set aside on the cookie sheet, and switch the broiler on.
- Add the browned onions back to the skillet with the chicken; dust with the flour and continue to cook for 1 minute.
- Whisk in the white wine, stock, and half-and-half; bring to a simmer.
- Add in the asparagus and continue to cook 2-3 minutes, or until the asparagus are tender and the sauce is thick.
- In a small bowl, combine the grated cheese with the bread crumbs; toss to coat the cheese evenly with the breadcrumbs.
- Stir the remaining parsley and chopped ham into the chicken and sauce.
- Divide the creamy chicken into 4 portions in the pan, then transfer each portion to top the toasted bread.
- Sprinkle a little of the cheese on top of the chicken, then transfer the cookie sheet to the broiler to melt and brown the cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1058.9, Fat 50.1, SaturatedFat 21.4, Cholesterol 195.7, Sodium 1509.2, Carbohydrate 77.5, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 4.4, Protein 68.5
CREAMED HAM AND ASPARAGUS
To be truthful, asparagus is my least favorite vegetable. But I make an exception with this recipe my mom and I came up with together. The ham and cheese really lend a tasty difference. Now that our parents are retired, my brothers and I have taken over the family farm. We milk 200 Holsteins.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a saucepan, cook asparagus in a small amount of water until tender; drain and set aside. , In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in cornstarch, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Add parsley, ham, eggs, cheese and asparagus; cook and stir over low heat until ham is warmed and cheese is melted. Serve over toast points or biscuits.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 805 calories, Fat 72g fat (43g saturated fat), Cholesterol 339mg cholesterol, Sodium 2606mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 33g protein.
LIBBIE'S CREAMED ASPARAGUS OVER TOAST
This is how they make asparagus around my dh's house. It is enough to make a meatless meal. It's very satisfying.
Provided by Dienia B.
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut asparagus into 1 inch pieces; cover with water and boil until tender.
- Add flour to milk; stir so there are no lumps.
- Drain asparagus, keeping 1 cup liquid.
- Add the milk mixture, salt and pepper. Cook until thick.
- Meanwhile, toast the bread, cut into points (halves).
- Pour creamed asparagus over toast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.7, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 5.7, Sodium 1072, Carbohydrate 39.6, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 4.2, Protein 9.6
ASPARAGUS ON TOAST
Make and share this Asparagus on Toast recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Charlotte J
Categories Breakfast
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt butter and stir in four, salt and nutmeg.
- Drain broth from mushrooms and add milk to broth to make 1-1/4 cups.
- Add to flour mixture and cook, stirring until thickened.
- Add mushrooms and heat through.
- Blend in sour cream.
- Arrange warm asparagus spears on toast.
- Top with sauce and garnish with pimento.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.1, Fat 14.7, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 51.1, Sodium 461.2, Carbohydrate 34.4, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 5.3, Protein 11.8
Tips:
- Choose asparagus spears that are bright green and firm. Avoid spears that are limp or have woody ends.
- Trim the asparagus spears by snapping off the tough ends. You can also use a knife to cut off the ends.
- Cook the asparagus spears in boiling water for 3-5 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp. Do not overcook the asparagus, as it will become mushy.
- Make the cream sauce while the asparagus is cooking. This will help to save time.
- Use fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, or tarragon, to flavor the cream sauce. Fresh herbs will give the sauce a more vibrant flavor.
- Serve the creamed asparagus on toast immediately. This dish is best enjoyed when it is hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
Creamed asparagus on toast is a classic dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion brunch. With its creamy sauce, tender asparagus, and crispy toast, creamed asparagus on toast is a dish that everyone will love.
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