Asparagus Gratin: A Creamy, Indulgent Twist with Turkey Bacon
Asparagus Gratin is a delightful dish that combines fresh asparagus with a creamy sauce and crispy turkey bacon, making it a perfect side for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Sides
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound asparagus
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated cheese (e.g., Gruyère)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Blanch the asparagus in boiling water for 2-3 minutes and then transfer to ice water.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy, then crumble it.
- In a bowl, mix the heavy cream, cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a baking dish, layer the asparagus, crumbled bacon, and pour the cream mixture over it.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Add herbs like thyme or parsley for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg