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Ten Delicious Asparagus Recipes

By , About.com Guide

Here are some delicious recipes using asparagus, including asparagus with vinaigrette, asparagus casserole, elegant crepes, a quiche, and more.

Asparagus With Champagne and Creole Mustard Vinaigrette

Asparagus With Champagne and Creole Mustard VinaigretteImage © Diana Rattray
If you can't get champagne vinegar, use white wine or tarragon vinegar for this recipe. This makes a tasty, refreshing side dish to grilled meat or poultry, a ham, or sliced roast beef.

Roasted Asparagus and Mushrooms

Roasted Asparagus and MushroomsImage © Diana Rattray

This flavorful asparagus recipe will fit in with just about any meal. Garlic gives this combination of asparagus and mushrooms extra flavor.

Chicken and Asparagus Chowder

Chicken and Asparagus ChowderImage © Diana Rattray
Serve this flavorful chicken chowder with cornbread, crusty rolls, or biscuits, along with a sandwich or tossed salad.

Asparagus With Bacon

Asparagus With BaconImage ©: Diana Rattray
A little bacon and vinegar flavor this fresh cooked asparagus.

Creamy White Asparagus Soup

Creamy White Asparagus SoupImage © Diana Rattray

A little nutmeg and Creole seasoning enhance this delicately flavored soup. This makes a nice first course soup.

Asparagus Quiche

Asparagus QuicheImage © Diana Rattray

Serve this asparagus quiche for lunch or as a brunch dish. Feel free to cut back on mushrooms or use a little less asparagus if you'd like to add a little ham or leftover turkey.

Ham and Asparagus Crepes With Parmesan Cheese

Ham and Asparagus Crepes With Parmesan CheeseImage © Diana Rattray
Plan to make the crepe batter at least an hour ahead of time, or refrigerate the batter for up to 24 hours.

Creamy Asparagus Soup

Creamy Asparagus SoupImage © Diana Rattray

This creamy asparagus soup is a great way to start a springtime dinner.

Turkey and Asparagus With Cream Sauce

Turkey and Asparagus With Cream SauceImage © Diana Rattray
Serve this flavorful turkey and asparagus recipe with hot cooked pasta or rice, or fill crepes with the turkey mixture and sprinkle with fresh shredded Parmesan cheese.

Turkey Pasta Casserole With Asparagus and Cheddar Cheese

Turkey Pasta Casserole With Asparagus and Cheddar CheeseImage © Diana Rattray
I used mini penne pasta in this hearty casserole, but elbow macaroni or small shells would work just as well.

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