Asparagus Mushroom Casserole

Health score
7%
Asparagus Mushroom Casserole
45 min.
6
203kcal

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Looking for a delicious and versatile side dish that can elevate any meal? Look no further than this Asparagus Mushroom Casserole! This delectable dish is not only easy to make, but it's also packed with flavor and nutrients. With a base of fresh mushrooms and onions sautéed in butter, this casserole is then enriched with a creamy sauce made from milk, flour, and chicken bouillon granules. The addition of thawed and drained frozen cut asparagus, diced pimientos, and a hint of lemon juice adds a delightful crunch and tanginess.

To finish, a layer of soft breadcrumbs, melted butter, and a sprinkle of salt, pepper, and nutmeg is added on top, transforming this casserole into a golden, crispy delight. Whether you're serving it as a side dish, antipasti, starter, or snack, this Asparagus Mushroom Casserole is sure to be a hit. Plus, with only 203 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free indulgence that you can enjoy without worry. So why not give it a try and impress your family and friends with your culinary skills?

Ingredients

  • cups mushrooms fresh sliced
  • cups mushrooms fresh sliced
  • cup onion chopped
  • tablespoons butter divided
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon chicken soup base 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.1 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • cup milk 2%
  • 12 ounces asparagus frozen thawed drained
  • 0.3 cup pimientos diced
  • 1.5 teaspoons juice of lemon 
  • 0.8 cup breadcrumbs soft

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. In a nonstick skillet, cook mushrooms and onion in 3 tablespoons butter until tender.
  2. Remove vegetables with a slotted spoon and set aside. Stir the flour, bouillon, salt, nutmeg and pepper into drippings until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in asparagus, pimientos, lemon juice and the mushroom mixture.
  3. Pour into a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs.
  4. Sprinkle over top.
  5. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts

Calories203kcal
Protein16.86%
Fat40.44%
Carbs42.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
65.83
Glycemic Load
3.34
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
17.671304288118%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.06mg
Hesperetin
0.18mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
4.57mg
Kaempferol
0.96mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
13.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:202.91kcal
10.15%
Fat:9.71g
14.94%
Saturated Fat:5.58g
34.9%
Carbohydrates:23.07g
7.69%
Net Carbohydrates:19.27g
7.01%
Sugar:7.94g
8.82%
Cholesterol:23.26mg
7.75%
Sodium:460.73mg
20.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.11g
18.22%
Vitamin B2:0.75mg
44.23%
Vitamin B3:6.36mg
31.8%
Copper:0.57mg
28.56%
Selenium:18.78µg
26.83%
Vitamin K:26.21µg
24.96%
Vitamin B1:0.37mg
24.37%
Vitamin B5:2.35mg
23.45%
Phosphorus:213.19mg
21.32%
Vitamin C:16.72mg
20.27%
Folate:78.53µg
19.63%
Potassium:665.44mg
19.01%
Vitamin A:915.29IU
18.31%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.29%
Iron:2.86mg
15.91%
Fiber:3.81g
15.22%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.58%
Calcium:99.74mg
9.97%
Zinc:1.45mg
9.66%
Magnesium:33.97mg
8.49%
Vitamin E:0.97mg
6.47%
Vitamin B12:0.32µg
5.4%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.71%