Asparagus With Cheese

Ingredients

• 1 ½ pounds fresh asparagus
• Salt to taste if desired
• ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• ¼ cup melted butter

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

    163 calories; 13 grams fat; 8 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 3 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 6 grams carbohydrates; 3 grams dietary fiber; 3 grams sugars; 6 grams protein; 35 milligrams cholesterol; 102 milligrams sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
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4 servings

Preparation

1. Cut off and discard about 2 inches of the stem ends of the asparagus. The remaining spears should be about 6 inches long.
2. Bring about 2 quarts of water to a boil in a saucepan and add salt.
3. Preheat the broiler to high.
4. Add the asparagus to the water. When the water returns to a boil, let cook 3 minutes or to the desired degree of doneness. Cooking time will depend on the size of the asparagus. Drain quickly.
5. Arrange the asparagus in overlapping layers on a baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with cheese and butter. Place under the broiler for about 2 1/2 minutes or until the cheese is glazed.

15 minutes