Asparagus and Parmesan Puddings

Health score
10%
Asparagus and Parmesan Puddings
45 min.
8
215kcal

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Looking for a delightful and nutritious dish that's sure to impress your dinner guests? Look no further than these Asparagus and Parmesan Puddings! This elegant recipe combines the fresh, vibrant flavors of asparagus with the rich, savory taste of Parmesan cheese to create a mouth-watering dish that's both light and satisfying.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes and serving 8 persons, this recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a cozy family dinner. Each serving contains only 215 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence. The Asparagus and Parmesan Puddings are a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side, providing a beautiful balance of protein, fat, and carbs with 22.99%, 45.05%, and 31.96%, respectively, in each serving.

To create these delectable puddings, you'll need a variety of simple ingredients, including asparagus, Parmesan cheese, whole-milk ricotta cheese, and all-purpose flour. The process involves a few easy steps, such as blanching the asparagus, sautéing the chopped stalks with onions, and blending the mixture with the remaining ingredients. The result is a luscious, custard-like texture with bursts of fresh asparagus throughout.

Don't let the fancy presentation fool you – this recipe is accessible and fun to make. The Asparagus and Parmesan Puddings are sure to become a new favorite in your culinary repertoire, offering a unique and unforgettable dining experience for you and your loved ones. So why wait? Gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup flour 
  • pounds asparagus trimmed
  • 0.5 cup bread fresh italian crustless
  • large eggs 
  • medium onion finely chopped
  • ounces parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 0.5 cup ricotta cheese 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • roasting pan

Directions

  1. Butter eight 3/4-cup custard cups or soufflé dishes. Coat with breadcrumbs.
  2. Cut off asparagus tips. Cook tips in large saucepan of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.
  3. Drain; reserve tips and 1 cup cooking liquid. Coarsely chop asparagus stalks.
  4. Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add onion; sauté until tender, about 6 minutes.
  6. Add stalks; sauté until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
  7. Add reserved asparagus cooking liquid. Cover; simmer until stalks are tender, about 12 minutes.
  8. Uncover; cook until liquid is absorbed, stirring often, about 5 minutes.
  9. Transfer to food processor; puree.
  10. Add Parmesan, ricotta and flour. Using on/off turns, process just until blended. Season with salt and pepper.
  11. Whisk eggs in bowl to blend.
  12. Add asparagus puree; whisk to blend. Stir in all but 16 asparagus tips. Divide custard among cups.
  13. Place cups in roasting pan. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover; chill puddings and remaining asparagus tips.)
  14. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  15. Pour hot water into pan to come 1 inch up sides of cups.
  16. Bake puddings until set, about 35 minutes.
  17. Let stand 10 minutes. Invert onto plates.
  18. Garnish with asparagus tips.

Nutrition Facts

Calories215kcal
Protein22.99%
Fat45.05%
Carbs31.96%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.46
Glycemic Load
6.99
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
16.11130436607%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
7.15mg
Kaempferol
1.67mg
Quercetin
18.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:215.49kcal
10.77%
Fat:11.06g
17.02%
Saturated Fat:5.67g
35.46%
Carbohydrates:17.66g
5.89%
Net Carbohydrates:14.35g
5.22%
Sugar:3.72g
4.13%
Cholesterol:117.68mg
39.23%
Sodium:307.79mg
13.38%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.7g
25.41%
Vitamin K:48.64µg
46.32%
Selenium:21.94µg
31.34%
Vitamin A:1241.26IU
24.83%
Folate:95.65µg
23.91%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.68%
Phosphorus:228.48mg
22.85%
Manganese:0.42mg
20.85%
Iron:3.71mg
20.63%
Calcium:190.35mg
19.04%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.33%
Copper:0.27mg
13.66%
Fiber:3.31g
13.25%
Zinc:1.78mg
11.88%
Vitamin E:1.73mg
11.53%
Vitamin B3:2.23mg
11.13%
Potassium:345.34mg
9.87%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
9.79%
Vitamin B5:0.92mg
9.21%
Vitamin C:7.4mg
8.97%
Magnesium:32.67mg
8.17%
Vitamin B12:0.42µg
7.08%
Vitamin D:0.64µg
4.24%
Source:Epicurious