Asparagus Onion Casserole

Name: Asparagus Onion Casserole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4-6 servings.
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces or 2 packages (10 ounces each) asparagus cuts, thawed; 2 medium onions, sliced; 5 tablespoons butter, divided; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 cup 2% milk; 3 ounces cream cheese, cubed; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1 cup soft bread crumbs

This vegetable dish goes great with just about any meal. I've prepared it ahead of time, then popped it in the oven so it's ready with the meal.

Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces or 2 packages (10 ounces each) asparagus cuts, thawed
2 medium onions, sliced
5 tablespoons butter, divided
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup 2% milk
3 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup soft bread crumbs

Directions

In a large skillet, saute asparagus and onions in 1 tablespoon of butter until crisp-tender, about 8 minutes. Transfer to an ungreased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish.
In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
Reduce heat. Add the cream cheese, salt and pepper; stir until cheese is melted. Pour over vegetables. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over casserole.
Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 250 calories, 19g fat (12g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 654mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.

Originally published as Asparagus Onion Casserole in Country April/May 2000

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SuperRides

Nov 29, 2015

I made it for Thanksgiving instead of the green bean casserole. Everyone loved it.
BarbieVA

Apr 14, 2014

Very Good. I used lite margarine and cream cheese also. Best with fresh asparagus.
thankujesus37

Nov 25, 2013

great but modified by adding more asparagus and less onion ( guess its up to what you like)
ashleedanyelle

Sep 8, 2010

I would give this recipe 10 stars if i could. I loved it!!
sheree k

May 10, 2010

Made this for Mothers Day. Loved by everyone. A new favorite! I used sweet onions, and only baked until bread crumbs were brown so asparagus remained crisp tender.
Daisie24

Apr 19, 2010

I made this w/ low fat margerine, low fat cream cheese and Panko bread crumbs to liten it up a bit, it was incredible! LOVE IT!!!!
candycel

Mar 18, 2010

Wanted to try something new. Love this and now serve if often. The recipe doubles well. Served it to a man who hates asparagus and he went back for seconds!
Knh29

Sep 19, 2009

After adding 12 oz of cubed smoked ham this became a complete meal with a great smoky flavor. Very good especially after adding some garlic as suggested in the above comment.Instead of using butter with the bread crumbs I used two Tablespoons of olive oil and still had a nice brown crust.Ken
ErinBarksdale

Aug 9, 2009

mmmmm!! i always add some seasoning (salt, pepper, garlic) while the veggies are saute-ing. DELICIOUS dish!!