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- prep 5 min cook 20 min
- serves 4
Fontina cheese is melted over warm asparagus. Serve with white wine for the ultimate Italian side dish.
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 pounds asparagus
- 1/4 cup butter
- Salt
- Freshly ground white pepper
- 4 ounces fontina cheese, very thinly sliced
Healthy Cooking Tip
Pairs nicely with a dry, fruity white wine, such as Roero Arneis.
- 1
Trim the tough parts off the asparagus stalks, leaving only the tender top part. Steam the stalks about 8 minutes, until tender but still firm.
- 2
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the asparagus with tips all facing the same way and season lightly with salt and pepper. Sauté 6 to 7 minutes, shaking the pan gently to turn the asparagus and cook evenly.
- 3
Lay the fontina over the asparagus. Cover the skillet and cook 2 to 3 minutes more, or until the cheese has melted. Serve hot. Serves 4.
