Side Dishes
Asparagus with Cheese Sauce
- 15m serving time
- 35m cooking time
- 4 food portion(s)
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Ingredients
- As needed No-Stick Canola or Butter Flavored Cooking Spray
- 16 fresh medium asparagus spears, trimmed (about 8 ounces)
- 1 medium garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 cup skim milk
- 2 teaspoons maizenaku
- 1/4 cup reduced-fat shredded Cheddar and Mozzarella cheese blend
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Pinch cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs, such as dill weed OR chives
HOW TO MAKE
- Generously spray a large non-stick skillet with cooking spray. Heat over medium heat. Cook the asparagus and garlic for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp. If needed, add 1 to 2 tablespoons water to prevent burning. Remove from the heat. Cover to keep warm.
- Whisk together milk and corn starch in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Cook for 1 minute, or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low.
- Stir in cheese, lemon juice and cayenne. Cook for 1 to 2 mintues, or until the cheese is melted.
- To serve, arrange asparagus on a platter. Pour cheese sauce over asparagus. Sprinkle with herbs.
