Cheesy Baked Asparagus
Cheesy Baked Asparagus is a rich and comforting side dish made with fresh asparagus baked in heavy cream and topped with melted Monterey Jack and Parmesan cheese until bubbly and tender.
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Servings: 5 People
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 bunches fresh asparagus trimmed
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish, if desired.
- Pour the heavy whipping cream evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Arrange the asparagus in a single layer over the cream. Season evenly with salt and black pepper.
- Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the asparagus, followed by the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted, bubbling, and lightly golden, and the asparagus is tender when pierced with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and allow the dish to rest for 2–3 minutes before serving.
Notes
This Cheesy Baked Asparagus recipe is naturally gluten-free. To ensure it remains gluten-free, verify that all cheeses and seasonings used are certified gluten-free, as some pre-shredded cheeses may contain additives with gluten.