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Walnut Mustard Crusted Asparagus

Walnut Mustard Crusted Asparagus

Course Side Dish
Cuisine Vegetarian
Keyword Asparagus, asparagus recipes, crusted asparagus, Side dishes, spring recipes, vegetarian recipes, walnut mustard asparagus
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Author Lora Wiley-Lennartz

Ingredients

  • 1 lb asparagus
  • 2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup unsalted butter divided
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper.
  • 1 cup panko crumbs
  • 1/3 cup coarsely ground walnuts
  • 3 tablespoons whole grain or stone ground mustard

Instructions

  1. Peel green asparagus at the bottom and
  2. Halve diagonally.
  3. Boil in salted water for 10 minutes until tender but firm.
  4. Drain and pat dry.
  5. Preheat the oven to 400F.
  6. Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet.
  7. Add the asparagus.
  8. Sauté for a few minutes.
  9. Season with salt & pepper
  10. Transfer to a baking dish.
  11. Melt 1/4 cup butter in the skillet.
  12. Add the panko and walnuts.
  13. Stir in the mustard.
  14. Season with salt and pepper.
  15. Spread the mixture over the asparagus.
  16. Bake for 10 minutes.
  17. Plate & Serve.