Asparagus Casserole Recipe
This asparagus casserole recipe is a creamy, cheesy, and crispy dish that makes the perfect side for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Made with fresh asparagus, a rich cheese sauce, and a golden breadcrumb topping, it’s both easy and delicious!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or homemade béchamel)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup breadcrumbs or crushed crackers
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Blanch asparagus in boiling water for 2–3 minutes, then drain.
- In a bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Layer asparagus in the dish, pour the sauce over it, and sprinkle cheddar and Parmesan cheese.
- In another bowl, mix breadcrumbs and melted butter, then sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let rest for 5 minutes, then serve warm.
Notes
- Substitutions: Use Gruyère or mozzarella for a different cheese flavor.
- Make-Ahead: Assemble a day before, refrigerate, and bake before serving.
- Keto Option: Use almond flour instead of breadcrumbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: ~230 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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