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Asparagus Toasts with Mozzarella Thyme Sauce

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SUMMARY

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves: 4

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 4 (3/4-inch thick) slices crusty country style oval bread (6 inches)
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1-1/2 lbs. asparagus, ends trimmed
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

DIRECTIONS

  • 1

    Spread butter over bread; season with salt and pepper, if desired. Bake in a preheated 375°F oven about 15 minutes or until golden brown.

  • 2

    Meanwhile, in a large skillet, combine asparagus and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 2 minutes. Pour off water; add olive oil to skillet. Cook the asparagus 3 to 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until crisp-tender; season to taste with salt and pepper.

  • 3

    In a saucepan over medium-high heat, heat cream until hot. Add cheese; cook and stir until melted. Add thyme and season to taste with pepper. (Sauce will thicken as it cools.)

  • 4

    Place toasted bread on 4 plates; top with asparagus and warm cheese sauce. Garnish with pine nuts, if desired.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Serves: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories 590

Total Fat 39.1g

Saturated Fat 21.1g

Trans Fat 14.4g

Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g

Cholesterol 105mg

Sodium 777mg

Carbohydrates 38g

Protein 21g

Dietary Fiber 5g

Vitamin A 330RE

Vitamin C 17mg

Calcium 382mg

Iron 2mg

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