Asparagus with Cheese

5 from 1 vote

Check out the ultimate family-friendly side dish with this Asparagus with Cheese. With the perfect combination of tender asparagus, rich cheese, and crispy panko, even the pickiest eaters will be asking for seconds. Enjoy this easy recipe that has become one of our favorites.

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 189kcal

Author: Jami Powell

Equipment

Oven-safe skillet
Small skillet
Measuring Spoons
Spatula
Foil

Ingredients

1 bunch asparagus approximately 20-25 spears, trimmed
2 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic minced
½ cup Gruyere cheese shredded
2 tablespoon toasted panko
1 tablespoon butter
salt to taste
pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Trim the asparagus ends.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
Add the asparagus to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the asparagus is slightly tender.
Add the minced garlic during the last 1-2 minutes of cooking to prevent burning.
Sprinkle the shredded gruyere cheese evenly over the asparagus in the oven-safe skillet.
Cover the skillet with foil if needed to prevent the cheese from over-browning.
Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
While the asparagus is baking, melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a small skillet over medium heat.
Add the panko breadcrumbs and toast, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle the toasted panko over the top. Serve immediately.

Notes

Storage Store leftover cheesy roasted asparagus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freeze This dish is not freezer-friendly.

Reheat To reheat, place in an oven-safe dish and bake at 350°F until warmed through.

Substitutions

Asparagus: Substitute with broccoli or green beans for a different flavor.
Gruyere Cheese Mozzarella, Parmesan, or White Cheddar are excellent alternatives.

Adjustments Cooking time may need to be adjusted based on the geography of the area (high vs. low elevation), cookware (stoneware vs traditional bakeware), and outdoor temperature if grilling.

Nutrition information is only an estimate

Nutrition