Best Neelys Asparagus Casserole Recipe Foodcom Recipes

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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
2 shallots, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Small pinch red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
4 cups chicken broth
1 pound asparagus, tough ends trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup half-and-half

Steps:

Add the butter to a large saucepan over medium heat to melt. Once foaming and melted, add the shallots and garlic and saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the red pepper flakes, cook until fragrant, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Stir in the flour and cook until blonde and pasty. Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring. Bring the mixture to a boil, and then reduce to a simmer. Add the asparagus and simmer until it's nice and tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in the half-and-half. Remove from the heat and use a stick blender to puree the soup until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

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Provided by mightyro_cooking4u

Categories Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon vegetable oil, for sauteeing
1 medium onion, finely diced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, fresh ground
1 1/2 lbs asparagus, ends trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 eggs
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons dill leaves, fresh chopped
1 cup gruyere cheese, grated
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon paprika, smoked
4 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Heat oil in a saute pan over medium-high heat. Stir in the onions and garlic; saute until translucent and fragrant and season with salt and pepper. Add the asparagus and saute until just tender. Remove rom heat and let cool.
In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, dill and cheeses.
In a separate bowl, add panko, paprika and butter. Mix well to combine.
Place asparagus in casserole dish. Pour the egg mixture over the asparagus and top with the panko, spreading evenly.
Place in the preheated oven and bake until casserole is set and the bread crumbs are golden brown, about 20 minutes.