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Cheesy Roasted Asparagus

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roasted asparagus with melted cheese

 

 

I’m always on the lookout for easy recipes with asparagus.  This recipe for cheesy roasted asparagus definitely fills the bill.  Simply roast your asparagus then add cheese. Easy!  I used havarti cheese because it is heavenly when melted but feel free to use whatever cheese you have on hand.  Let’s get started!

How to roast asparagus in the oven:

 

fresh asparagus on pan

Coat fresh asparagus with olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper.  Then spread out on parchment lined pan.

roasted asparagus with cheese slices

After roasting, lay cheese slices over asparagus then return to oven to melt.

asparagus with melted cheese

The finished asparagus covered in delicious, melted cheese. 

Try my recipe for Toasted Quinoa over Asparagus! Let me know how you like to cook your asparagus and any cooking tips you have!

 

roasted asparagus with melted cheese

Cheesy Roasted Asparagus

Delicious roasted asparagus covered in melted cheese!  Quick and easy asparagus recipe perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 126kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb asparagus, fresh
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 3 slices havarti cheese or your favorite cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Line a pan with parchment paper.  Clean and trim asparagus then place on prepared pan.
  • Add olive oil, garlic and salt to asparagus and toss to coat.   Place in oven to roast about 10 minutes.
  • Remove asparagus then place cheese on top.  Place under broiler just until cheese melts.  Serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 233mg | Potassium: 243mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 20.5% | Vitamin C: 8% | Calcium: 15.5% | Iron: 13.5%

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