A rich and comforting side dish where crisp-tender asparagus is smothered in a decadent, creamy cheese sauce, kissed with warm spices, and topped with smoky, crispy bacon.
Serves: 4-6 as a side
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
For the Casserole:
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2 bunches asparagus (about 1.5 lbs / 680g), woody ends trimmed
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1 tbsp unsalted butter
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½ cup (4 oz / 113g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
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½ cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream
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1 tbsp chicken broth or stock
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⅓ cup (30g) grated Parmesan cheese
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⅛ cup (about 15g) shredded Pepper Jack cheese
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½ tsp garlic powder
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¼ tsp Italian seasoning
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¼ tsp paprika (sweet or smoked)
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⅛ tsp black pepper
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⅛ tsp fine sea salt
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½ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
For the Topping:
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⅓ cup (about 3-4 slices) cooked bacon, crumbled
For Assembly:
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Butter or non-stick spray, for greasing
Instructions:
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