Asparagus and Mascarpone Gratin
Asparagus and Mascarpone Gratin is the most decadent, divine, delicious asparagus dish ever. Mascarpone cheese makes the gratin super creamy and rich.
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 to 2-inch pieces
- 1/2 sweet onion, finely diced
- 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 5 ounces mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Instructions
- Place oven rack 6 inches from broiler and heat broiler on high.
- In a 2-quart gratin dish, toss together the asparagus, onion, 1/2 tablespoon olive oil. 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
- Broil until crisp-tender, about 6 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, toss together bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
- Remove asparagus from oven and dollop mascarpone in little spoonfuls over asparagus. Sprinkle with nutmeg and top with breadcrumb mixture. Broil until bubbly and golden brown, about 2 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 212kcal