ASPARAGUS TOMATO BAKE

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Country roads and railroads tracks near my home are favorite places to hunt for wild asparagus- one of the true treats of spring. Both of my sons can eye wild asparagus from afar!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter, melted
1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons minced celery
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, drained and diced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

Pour butter into an 8-in. square baking dish. Lay asparagus over butter. Sprinkle with onion, garlic, celery, cheese and bread crumbs. Top with tomatoes. Sprinkle with oregano, salt, pepper and thyme. , Cover and bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until the asparagus is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 455mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.