Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch Asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 Hard boiled eggs, chopped
- 1 cup Grated cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Optional: lemon juice
- Fresh herbs for garnish, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a medium baking dish thoroughly.
- Trim the asparagus ends and cut spears into bite-sized pieces for even texture.
- Chop the hard boiled eggs into coarse pieces to maintain a pleasant bite.
- Grate the cheese finely so it melts evenly and creates a cohesive topping.
- Whisk the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard together until smooth and emulsified.
- Season the mayo mixture with salt and pepper, tasting for balanced seasoning.
- Stir optional lemon juice into the mayo blend for a brighter tang if desired.
- Combine the chopped asparagus and hard boiled eggs in a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the seasoned mayonnaise mixture over the asparagus and eggs, folding gently.
- Transfer the combined mixture into the prepared greased baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle the grated cheese uniformly over the top, then scatter breadcrumbs evenly.
- Bake the casserole for 25-30 minutes until the top turns golden brown and bubbly.
- Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest five minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon juice immediately before serving.
Notes
Use medium-thick asparagus stalks for consistent texture. Salt the mayo mixture moderately, as cheese contributes additional salt during baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 195mg
Keywords: asparagus casserole, hard boiled eggs, baked vegetables, easy casserole, comfort food
