Asparagus is my favourite spring vegetable! This is probably due to the many delicious recipes using asparagus.
White asparagus has a mild flavor and is ideal for salads and soups. The most popular recipe for asparagus with hollandaise sauce is also prepared with white asparagus. The white asparagus must be peeled completely to prepare the recipe.
Green asparagus has a slightly salty yet delicate taste. This asparagus should only be peeled from the middle of the stem down. Green asparagus is used in appetizer quiche recipes.
Why are asparagus recipes so healthy?
Asparagus contains more than 90% water, which makes it particularly easy to digest. Asparagus contains many minerals such as potassium, calcium and phosphorus.
What wine would accompany an asparagus-based recipe?
White wines go best with asparagus: especially slightly fruity or dry white wines, such as Sauvignon or Muscat.
*ingredients
°8 asparagus
°To prepare the sauce:
°20 grams of butter
°15 grams of flour
°15 cl of milk
°15 cl of fresh cream
°80 grams of grated cheese
°Salt and Pepper
*to prepare
Clean and cook the asparagus in boiling, salted water for 8 to 10 minutes, depending on size.
Drain the asparagus, run it through cold water and pat dry.
In saucepan, melting butter, add the flour & stir.
Pour in the milk in small quantities, whisking constantly until the mixture thickens, then remove from the heat and add the grated cheese and fresh cream. Salt and Pepper.
In a gratin dish, arrange the asparagus in a single layer and cover with the béchamel-cheese sauce.
Roast the asparagus in the oven at 190°C for 10 to 15 minutes.
Enjoy !