Chopped asparagus in a velvety cream sauce, flavored with parmesan cheese and a pop of red pepper is a recipe for pure comfort.
This delicious side dish is easy to make and has a flavor similar to an alfredo pasta. It is a nice companion for baked chicken breasts, pork loin, or served next to a lemon pepper shrimp. Creamy asparagus will become the star of the meal!
How to Prepare Asparagus
The distinct flavor and silky texture of fresh asparagus are unlocked with proper prepping. Stalks can be quite tough and woody, almost inedible toward the cut end.
Hold each stalk in the middle and at the bottom. Gently bend the stalk and the woody bottom will naturally snap off. Discard the bottom. Cut the remaining stalk into 1.5″ pieces.
How to Make Creamy Asparagus
The rest of the process is as easy as 1, 2, 3, and made right on the stovetop! Just like a chicken alfredo, this dish is rich and delicious!
Other Ways to Serve Asparagus
The great thing about this recipe is that the creamy, cheesy sauce could be adapted for lots of other veggies, especially broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, or creamed peas. Alternatively, you can turn it into creamy asparagus with chicken using leftover chicken (and even pasta) but you might like to double up on the sauce. A tasty way to stretch and transform those leftovers from the night before!
Leftovers
Creamy asparagus can be stored tightly covered in the fridge for up to four days. This recipe is not a good candidate for the freezer. Reheat in the microwave or in a pan on the stove top.
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