Garlic Parmesan Asparagus

Name: Garlic Parmesan Asparagus
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Pair any entree with this fresh side dish for a truly succulent meal. With subtle garlic, melted butter and a hint of Parmesan cheese, what’s not to love? —Tara Ernspiker, Falling Waters, West Virginia

Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

In a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus and garlic; cook, covered, until asparagus is crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes; drain. Toss asparagus with butter and cheese.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 71 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 74mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.

Originally published as Garlic Asparagus in Simple & Delicious March/April 2007

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nshar

Apr 12, 2018

This is really good; made it for Easter Sunday with Baked Ham, Sweet Potatoes and carrots. Delicious !
mrs._white

Apr 9, 2014

Love this dish! So tasty and simple!
danthecook

Feb 13, 2011

Excellent side dish for chicken marsala. I made it without changing anything & it was a hit.
JCRehfeldt

Apr 8, 2010

Pretty tasty. It goes well with the breaded Parmesan chicken breasts