Here’s a creamy, comforting Asparagus Casserole—perfect as a side dish or light meal:
🥦 Asparagus Casserole
🧾 Ingredients
- 500 g fresh asparagus (trimmed and cut into pieces)
- 1 cup cream of mushroom soup (or white sauce)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup breadcrumbs or crushed crackers
- 2 tbsp butter (melted)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Optional: garlic powder or onion powder
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Lightly boil or steam asparagus for 3–4 minutes (keep it slightly crisp), then drain.
- In a bowl, mix:
- cream soup
- sour cream
- milk
- half of the cheese
- salt, pepper, and optional seasonings
- Add asparagus to the mixture and combine gently.
- Pour into a greased baking dish.
- Top with remaining cheese.
- Mix breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle on top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
✨ Tips
- Add cooked chicken or mushrooms to make it a full meal 🍗
- For extra crunch, mix in fried onions
- Use mozzarella or parmesan for a different cheese flavor
🥄 Serving Ideas
- Pairs well with grilled meat, rice, or roti
- Great for family dinners or holiday meals
If you want, I can give you a quick 15-minute version, a low-carb/keto version, or a desi-style spicy asparagus bake.
