White Asparagus in White Sauce

Delight your senses with this elegant recipe for White Asparagus in White Sauce, a dish that pairs the delicate, nutty flavor of tender white asparagus with a creamy, velvety béchamel-style sauce. Perfectly balanced with a hint of nutmeg and white pepper, this recipe highlights the understated luxury of seasonal white asparagus. Whether served as a sophisticated side dish or a light vegetarian entrée, the dish is finished with a touch of fresh parsley and optional lemon slices for a pop of freshness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish combines simple techniques like creating a roux and simmering to perfection, making it an approachable yet impressively refined choice for spring dining.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams white asparagus
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.5 piece lemon (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the white asparagus carefully, starting just below the tip and working towards the end. Trim the tough ends by about 1-2 cm.

Step 2

Fill a large pot with water, add 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of sugar, and bring to a boil.

Step 3

Add the prepared asparagus to the boiling water and reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Cook for 8-12 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender but still firm. Use a fork to check for doneness.

Step 4

While the asparagus is cooking, prepare the white sauce. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 5

Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to create a roux. Be careful not to let it brown.

Step 6

Gradually add the milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps forming.

Step 7

Reduce the heat and add the heavy cream, nutmeg, white pepper, and the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir well and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 8

Once the asparagus is cooked, remove it from the pot with tongs and let it drain on a clean kitchen towel.

Step 9

Arrange the cooked white asparagus on a serving platter and pour the white sauce evenly over it.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped parsley and a few slices of lemon if desired.

Step 11

Serve immediately while warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(960.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	914.4

Total Fat 73.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 211.3mg	0%
Sodium 4867.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g	0%
Total Sugars 23.8g
Protein 18.3g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 412.1mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 1322.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.2%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 19.7%