Crispy Asiago Asparagus Spears Recipe for Two

We love asparagus and have tried it mostly roasted or fried. With all kinds of cheeses and spices. They were all great. But I am telling you, this recipe beats them all! The asparagus spears are seasoned perfectly with a crispy, cheesy crumb on the outside. This recipe is our all-time favorite.

Crispy Asiago Asparagus Spears

Darlene

We love asparagus and have tried it mostly roasted or fried. With all kinds of cheeses and spices. They were all great. But I am tellingyou, this recipe beats them all! The asparagus spears are seasoned perfectlywith a crispy, cheesy crumb on the outside. This recipe is our all-timefavorite.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine French

Servings 2 People

Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

• Knives
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Cutting board
• 1-Gallon Resealable plastic bag
• Small rimmed baking sheet
• Shredder
• Cooking spray
• 2 Long shallow dishes

Ingredients

  

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• 8 oz. Aparagus , washed, ends trimmed, and dried
• 1/3 Cup Asiago cheese , grated, not shredded
• 1/4 Cup Seasoned panko breadcrumbs
• 2 Tbsp All-purpose flour
• 1 Large Egg
• 1/2 tsp Granulated garlic
• 1/2 tsp Granulated onion
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/8 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Prepare a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, lightly sprayed with cooking spray.
• Place the 2 tablespoons of flour in a gallon-sized plastic bag. Set aside.
• In a long shallow dish, beat the egg and add the garlic, onion, salt, and black pepper. Mix again, incorporating all the spices evenly. Set aside.
• In a separate long shallow dish, add the Panko crumbs and grated cheese. Mix to combine.
• Set up the breading station with the bag of flour first, seasoned beaten egg, and last the Panko and cheese.
• Place the trimmed and dried asparagus spears, 4 at a time, in the bag with the flour. Shake until the spears are coated with flour. (See Notes) Removing one spear at a time, roll in seasoned egg mixture. Let excess egg drip off, but don’t shake off.
• Roll in panko crumbs to completely cover and place on the prepared pan. Repeat until all the spears are coated. Spears should not touch each other.
• Lightly spray with cooking spray. This will help the crumbs become crisp.
• Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Don’t overcook. Serve warm.

Notes

You can use your favorite hard cheese, just make sure it is grated and NOT shredded.

Serving suggestions and optional ingredients are not calculated as part of the nutritional facts.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 13gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 830mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gCalcium: 210mgIron: 4.1mg

Keyword Asparagus, Cheese, Side Dish

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