Ingredients for Asparagus Gratin Fancy And Good
- 1 pound asparagus spears
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup finely chopped shallots
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided, plus salt for water
- 4 ounces mascarpone cheese
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How to Make Asparagus Gratin Fancy And Good
- Preheat oven's broiler.
- Butter a 2- to 2 1/2-quart shallow ceramic flameproof baking dish.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 pound asparagus spears and cook until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.
- Drain asparagus in a colander and transfer to the prepared baking dish. Cover tightly with foil to keep warm.
- Meanwhile, in a 12-inch heavy skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter over high heat. Add 1/2 cup finely chopped shallots and cook until pale golden, about 3 minutes.
- Add 1 cup bread crumbs and 1/4 cup pine nuts to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer the bread crumb mixture to a bowl. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- In a separate bowl, toss the warm asparagus with 4 ounces mascarpone cheese, 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Pour the asparagus mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture evenly over the top.
- Broil 5 to 7 inches from the heat until the topping is golden brown and bubbly, 1 to 2 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Let stand for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
30 g
Sugar
17g
Fat
39g
Carbs
9g
