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Recipe by: Lisa Prince

Asparagus with Cheese Sauce on French bread

Start with the 8 ounces of cheddar and then gradually add your cheese blend until you get the consistency you prefer, thin or thick.  You can also spice it up by adding some red pepper flakes or a different combination of spices.

Servings: 6
Cook Time: Prep Time: 15 minutes; Total Time: 45 minutes
Meal Type: Side Dish
NC Ingredients: Asparagus, Dairy

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Ingredients

2
Tbsp. unsalted butter
1/2
loaf good, crusty bread, cut into thick slices about 1-1/2 inches wide
Salt and Pepper
2
Tbsp. olive oil
1/2
cup water
1
1/2 pounds asparagus ends trimmed (optional: peel the asparagus)
1
pint Heavy Cream
1
(8 oz.) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1
(8 oz.) shredded cheese blend of your choice (Mexican, Italian, Swiss, etc.)
1
tsp. dry mustard
1
clove garlic, pressed

Directions

Preheat oven to 350.

In an ovenproof skillet, melt the butter, add the bread and toss to coat well.  Season the bread with salt and pepper.

Place in the oven and bake for 15 minutes, until browned and crisp outside but still soft inside.  Drain on paper towels and keep warm.

In a large skillet, combine the olive oil and water, and add salt and pepper to taste.  Bring to a boil.

Add the asparagus, cover, and cook for 5 minutes.  Remove the cover, and boil off any remaining water.

Sauté asparagus in the remaining olive oil for 5 minutes, or until cooked and light brown.

In a saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the cheese in the cream, add the dry mustard and garlic and season well with pepper.

Place 1 or more slices of bread on a plate.  Arrange the asparagus on the bread and pour the sauce over the top.

 
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