ASPARAGUS GRATIN

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Categories     Cheese     Vegetable     Broil     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Parmesan     Pine Nut     Asparagus     Boil     Gourmet

Yield Makes 6 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut diagonally into 1 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into bits
1/2 cup finely chopped shallots (about 2 large)
4 slices firm white sandwich bread, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1/4 cup pine nuts (1 1/4 oz)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 oz finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (1 cup)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese

Steps:

  • Butter a 2- to 2 1/2-quart shallow ceramic flameproof baking dish.
  • Cook asparagus in a 5- to 6-quart pot of boiling salted water , uncovered, until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain in a colander, then transfer to baking dish and keep warm, tightly covered with foil.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil and butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over high heat until foam subsides, then cook shallots, stirring occasionally, until pale golden, about 3 minutes. Add bread and pine nuts and cook, stirring, until browned in spots, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and add pepper, 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, and 1/4 teaspoon salt, tossing to combine.
  • Preheat broiler.
  • Toss warm asparagus with mascarpone, remaining 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt until combined well.
  • Sprinkle bread-crumb mixture evenly over asparagus. Broil 5 to 7 inches from heat until topping is golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes.

June Boris Villanera
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I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Diana Nanyonjo
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This asparagus gratin was easy to make and turned out great! I used fresh asparagus from my garden and it was so flavorful. The sauce was creamy and cheesy and the breadcrumbs added a nice crunch.


Ahoshan Habib
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I made this asparagus gratin last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The asparagus was tender and the sauce was rich and cheesy.


Ashok Dahal
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This asparagus gratin was delicious! The asparagus was tender and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Rowland Benstowe
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I made this asparagus gratin for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Md Md Akkas
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This asparagus gratin was a bit more time-consuming to make than I expected, but it was worth it. The asparagus was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I served it with a side of roasted potatoes and it was a perfect meal.


Subash Budha
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I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


MARY ADOYO
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This asparagus gratin was easy to make and turned out great! I used fresh asparagus from my garden and it was so flavorful. The sauce was creamy and cheesy and the breadcrumbs added a nice crunch.


Harrison C Phiri
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I made this asparagus gratin last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The asparagus was tender and the sauce was rich and cheesy.


ana nikolic
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This asparagus gratin was absolutely delicious! The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


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