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Crispy Loaded Asparagus and Bacon Casserole

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A quick and easy casserole combining crispy bacon, tender asparagus, and a creamy cheesy base topped with a golden crunchy breadcrumb crust. Perfect for busy family dinners and crowd-pleasing meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 6–8 slices bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
  • 1 ½ cups (150g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese or cheddar-mozzarella blend
  • ½ cup (120g) sour cream
  • ¼ cup (60g) mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (50g) panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 6-8 minutes, flipping occasionally. Drain on paper towels and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  3. While bacon cooks, rinse and trim asparagus, cutting into 2-inch pieces and discarding tough ends.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, minced garlic, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth.
  5. Add chopped bacon and asparagus to the creamy mixture and stir until asparagus is evenly coated.
  6. Spread the mixture evenly into a 9×9-inch (23×23 cm) baking dish.
  7. In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter until coated.
  8. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the asparagus and bacon mixture, then distribute the breadcrumb mixture over the cheese.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the topping is golden brown and asparagus is tender but still slightly crisp.
  10. If the topping browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil and continue baking.
  11. Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and make serving easier.

Notes

Do not overcook asparagus to keep it tender-crisp. Cook bacon until crispy for best texture. Buttering the breadcrumbs ensures a golden, crispy topping. If topping browns too fast, tent with foil. Fresh garlic preferred for best flavor. Can prepare casserole up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate before baking. For gluten-free, substitute panko with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed nuts. For dairy-free, use dairy-free sour cream, cheese, and butter alternatives.

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Keywords: asparagus casserole, bacon casserole, cheesy casserole, quick dinner, family meal, crispy topping, easy recipe

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