Swiss Styled Asparagus
Elevate your side dish game with this decadent Swiss Styled Asparagus recipe, a perfect blend of tender-crisp asparagus and rich, creamy Swiss cheese sauce. Featuring fresh asparagus that's blanched for optimal color and texture, this dish pairs beautifully with a luxurious homemade sauce made from butter, milk, and grated Swiss cheese, with a hint of nutmeg for depth. Simple yet elegant, this recipe showcases classic Swiss flavors and takes just 25 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal addition to weeknight dinners or holiday spreads. Garnished with fresh parsley, this savory dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Whether served as a side or a light main, Swiss Styled Asparagus is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams asparagus
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 250 milliliters milk
- 100 grams Swiss cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the asparagus thoroughly. Trim the woody ends and, if desired, peel the bottom third of the stalks for a more tender texture.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus and blanch for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and immediately plunge into ice water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux, stirring constantly.
Slowly add the milk to the roux while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring, until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth.
Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the grated Swiss cheese. Continue stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Arrange the blanched asparagus on a serving platter. Pour the warm cheese sauce evenly over the asparagus.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy your Swiss Styled Asparagus as a side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
869 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.6 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.1 g | 170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 1654 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.3 g | ||
| Protein | 49.4 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 1355 mg | 104% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1544 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
