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Baked Asparagus Recipe

Crispy, tender, and flavorful baked asparagus! This easy side dish recipe takes just minutes to prep and delivers a delicious, elegant vegetable side that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Get ready for perfectly roasted asparagus with a golden-brown, parmesan-crusted topping!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 391.1 kcal
Protein 31g
Rating 5.0 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Asparagus

  • 1 pound fresh asparagus
  • 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

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How to Make Baked Asparagus

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and snap off the tough ends of 1 pound of asparagus.
  3. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, toss the asparagus with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
  4. Sprinkle evenly with 1/2 cup breadcrumbs and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
  5. Dot the top with 2 tablespoons of butter, cut into small pieces.
  6. Bake, covered with foil, for 30 minutes.
  7. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp and the topping is golden brown.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

44 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

66g

Carbs

11g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Side Dishes Vegetables American Dinner Party Dietary Midwestern Asparagus