ASPARAGUS MUSHROOM CASSEROLE

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This colorful casserole is a palate-pleaser. Asparagus, mushrooms, onions and pimientos make a mouthwatering medley. Lemon and nutmeg give this dish a slightly tangy taste.-M. Kay Lacey, Apache Junction, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup chopped onion
4 tablespoons butter, divided
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup 2% milk
1 package (12 ounces) frozen cut asparagus, thawed and drained
1/4 cup diced pimientos
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
3/4 cup soft bread crumbs

Steps:

  • In a nonstick skillet, cook mushrooms and onion in 3 tablespoons butter until tender. Remove vegetables with a slotted spoon and set aside. Stir the flour, bouillon, salt, nutmeg and pepper into drippings until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in asparagus, pimientos, lemon juice and the mushroom mixture., Pour into a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 532mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Linda Louder
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I love this casserole! It's so creamy and flavorful. I always get compliments when I make it.


Prudence
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This casserole is a keeper! It's delicious, easy to make, and a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


satter mia
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I would definitely make this casserole again. It's a great side dish for a special occasion.


Philip Grabowski
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This casserole was easy to make and very affordable. It's a great weeknight meal.


ZOHAIB NIAZI
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I loved this casserole. The mushrooms and sauce were delicious.


Bradley Bell
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover asparagus and mushrooms. It's also a good dish to make ahead of time.


Jenine Jenell Hermanus
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I love this casserole! It's so creamy and flavorful. I always get compliments when I make it.


Youlandah Cundiff
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This casserole is a keeper! It's delicious, easy to make, and a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


SHIFAT HOSSIEN
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I would definitely make this casserole again. It's a great side dish for a special occasion.


Haresh kumar Solanki
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This casserole was easy to make and very affordable. It's a great weeknight meal.


Peshraw Ali
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I loved this casserole. The mushrooms and sauce were delicious.


Milan Milan
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover asparagus and mushrooms. It's also a good dish to make ahead of time.


Eugene Miles
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my casserole didn't turn out as creamy as I would have liked. I think I might have overcooked the vegetables.


Nathan O'Malley
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The casserole was a little bland for my taste, but it was still a good meal. I think I would add more garlic and pepper next time.


Ron Sheridan
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I added some shredded chicken to the casserole, and it was a great addition. This is a versatile dish that can be easily customized to your liking.


sabeen dhungel
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I used fresh asparagus and mushrooms from my garden, and they were delicious. The casserole was easy to make and turned out great.


AliF Chowdhury
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The asparagus and mushrooms were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.