Three Cheese Asparagus Gratin

• Vegetarian

• Produce

  • 2 lbs Asparagus, thin
  • 1 Parsley, fresh

• Baking & Spices

  • 1 Garlic pepper
  • 1 Sea salt
  • 2 tbsp Whole wheat flour

• Dairy

  • 1/2 cup Asiago cheese
  • 2 tbsp Butter, salted
  • 3/4 cup Mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

• Liquids

  • 3 cups Water

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Description

Ingredients

• 2 pounds thin asparagus, rinsed with ends cut off
• 3 cups water
• 2 tablespoons salted butter
• 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
• 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella, divided
• 1/2 cup shredded asiago cheese
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• Sea Salt to taste
• Garlic Pepper (or regular pepper) to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Directions

• Preheat the broiler on your oven. Place the rack on the top rung.
• In a large skillet, bring 3 cups water to a boil. Toss in asparagus and cook covered for 4 minutes or until fork tender. Remove asparagus and place on a nonstick baking sheet (or pre-sprayed baking sheet), in a long row. Season with sea salt and garlic pepper to taste. Set aside.
• Pour 1 cup asparagus water from the skillet into a measuring cup and discard the rest.
• In the same skillet, now empty, heat 2 tablespoons salted butter over medium heat. Add the flour and stir to combine, about 1 minute.
• Pour the asparagus water into the skillet and combine using a whisk until a thick sauce forms. About 4 minutes.
• Turn off the heat and stir in the parmesan, asiago, and 1/2 cup mozzarella. Stir until creamy and fully melted.
• Pour the cheese sauce over the center of the asparagus. Top with the remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella.
• Broil for 4-6 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Watch this step carefully to not overcook.
• Garnish with parsley if desired. Serve and enjoy!