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Asparagus With Lemon Basil Gouda Cheese Sauce Recipe

Elevate your dinner with this vibrant and flavorful Asparagus with Lemon Basil Gouda Cheese Sauce! Fresh green asparagus spears are tossed in a creamy, cheesy sauce infused with bright lemon and fragrant basil. Sun-dried tomatoes and crunchy pine nuts add pops of color and texture, creating a dish that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for a spring dinner party or a special weeknight treat. This recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 161.7 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Asparagus With Lemon Basil Gouda Cheese Sauce

  • 1 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus, trimmed
  • salt, to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 1 small shallot, peeled and quartered
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup margarine or butter
  • 1 cup chicken stock or vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 large egg yolks, beaten
  • 1/2 cup grated gouda cheese
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil), chopped
  • 2 tablespoons cold water

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How to Make Asparagus With Lemon Basil Gouda Cheese Sauce

  1. Preheat your oven's broiler.
  2. Trim the asparagus and place in a microwave-safe dish. Add 1/4 cup of water with a pinch of salt, cover with plastic wrap, and microwave on high for 3-3.5 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
  3. While the asparagus cooks, combine basil, shallots, garlic, and cayenne pepper in a food processor or blender and puree until smooth.
  4. In a small saucepan, melt margarine over medium heat. Add the basil puree and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Pour in the stock and bring to a simmer. Stir in lemon juice and season with salt to taste.
  6. Slowly whisk in the cornstarch mixture until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  7. Remove the asparagus from the microwave and discard the water.
  8. Temper the egg yolks by slowly whisking a spoonful of the hot sauce into the yolks. Then, whisk the yolk mixture back into the remaining sauce until smooth and creamy.
  9. Pour the sauce over the asparagus and sprinkle with grated Gouda cheese.
  10. Broil for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Garnish with toasted pine nuts and chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
  12. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

10g

Carbs

4g

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