This cheesy baked asparagus is a delicious vegetable side dish that even the kids will look forward to eating! The asparagus is topped off with Parmesan cheese and cheddar cheese then baked until tender in a velvety cream sauce for maximum richness! Best of all, it only takes about 20 minutes to make!
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Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) and lightly butter or grease your 9x13 baking dish.
Pour the heavy cream into the bottom of your prepared dish, add the seasoning, then whisk to combine.
Arrange the asparagus spears in the cream. Sprinkle the cheddar cheese over the asparagus, then sprinkle the Parmesan cheese last.
Bake at 400°F (205°C) for 15-20 minutes. You will want the cream and cheese to be bubbling and the asparagus to be fork-tender.
Remove from the oven and serve immediately when done.
Notes
The asparagus spears can be coated with olive oil, seasoned with salt and pepper, then roasted for the first 10 minutes. Top with cheese and finish cooking. This will omit the heavy cream and reduce calories.
The cheese and heavy cream combine toward the end of the cooking time.
If desired, broil on high for the last 2-3 minutes to brown the cheesy layer.
To store: Transfer the cooled leftovers to an airtight container and refrigerate them for up to 3 days. Though asparagus freezes well on its own, I don't recommend freezing this dish because the cheese and sauce will separate.
To reheat: Individual portions can be quickly reheated in the microwave, or you can put the asparagus in a baking dish in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.