Asparagus Crab Au Gratin

Asparagus Crab Au Gratin is the perfect dish to serve for a special occasion. The creamy sauce and delicate flavors of asparagus and crab are sure to impress your guests.

Asparagus Crab Au Gratin

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Asparagus Crab Au Gratin is the perfect dish for a special occasion. The rich, creamy sauce pairs perfectly with the delicate flavor of crab meat. Asparagus adds a touch of elegance to this simple yet elegant dish.

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Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Total Time 45 mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

Calories 294 kcal

Equipment

• 1 Baking dish
• 1 sauce pan
• oven

Ingredients

  

• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen asparagus cuts, thawed and drained
• 1 (6 ounce) can crabmeat - drained, flaked and cartilage removed
• 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• 4 tbsp butter or margarine, divided
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 tsp ground mustard
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp pepper
• 2 tsp lemon juice
• 1 cup soft bread crumbs

Instructions

 

• Place asparagus in a greased 1 -qt. baking dish. Top with crab and sprinkle with cheese; set aside.
  
• In a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Whisk in milk, mustard, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  
• Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice. Pour over asparagus.
  
• Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over top.
  
• Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes or until heated
  

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