Asparagus with Pecans and Parm

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This is a very elegant and easy side dish to serve for a special occasion.

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 bunch asparagus spears, ends trimmed

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms

  • 1 onion, minced

  • ½ cup coarsely chopped pecans

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon dried basil

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Steam the asparagus spears in a basket-style steamer over boiling water until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain and remove to a serving dish; keep warm.

  2. Meanwhile, melt half of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once melted (it's ok if it begins to brown), stir in the sliced mushrooms, and cook until they brown, soften, and begin to release their liquid; pour into a serving dish, and set aside. Melt the remaining butter in the skillet, and stir in the onions. Cook until the onions soften and turn translucent, about 3 minutes. Season with garlic powder, basil, salt and pepper. Stir in the chopped pecans, and cook for a minute more.

  3. Sprinkle the onion mixture with half of the Parmesan cheese, and stir in the reserved mushrooms. Pour over the asparagus in the serving dish and sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

170 Calories
14g Fat
8g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 170
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 17%
Saturated Fat 5g 23%
Cholesterol 18mg 6%
Sodium 256mg 11%
Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin C 7mg 7%
Calcium 126mg 10%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 357mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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