Chilled veggies are a wholesome treat for veggie lovers.  If you are also among those people who really enjoy veggies, then it is time for you to try out this recipe.

INGREDIENTS

* 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
* 2 green onions, chopped
* 2 tablespoons diced green bell pepper
* 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
* 1 garlic clove, minced
* 1/3 cup olive or vegetable oil
* 2 tablespoons lemon juice
* 1 tablespoon diced onion
* 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
* 3/4 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon pepper

DIRECTIONS

1. Place asparagus in a steamer basket. Place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover ad steam for 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Rinse with cold water; drain well. Place in a bowl; add the green onions, green pepper, pickle relish and garlic.
2. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice, onion, parsley, salt and pepper. Pour over asparagus mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Lasagna is one great pasta recipe that can be prepared differently, depending on what you want to include in this dish.  If you are a veggie lover and you want your lasagna to have some veggies in it, try this recipe.  You will surely love it.

INGREDIENTS

* 3 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
* 1/3 cup butter or margarine
* 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
* 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
* 1/4 teaspoon pepper
* 5 cups milk
* 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cubed
* 1 tablespoon lemon juice
* 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
* 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
* 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
* 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS

1. Use a large saucepan to cook the asparagus.  Do this by boiling.
2. In another saucepan, stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cream cheese, lemon juice, peel and nutmeg until cheese is melted.
3. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and serve while warm.

Pasta and asparagus can be great partners in the dining table.  Prove to yourself just how perfect this combination really is.  Prepare this recipe as a simple treat for the whole family.

INGREDIENTS

* 6 ounces uncooked linguine
* 1 small onion, chopped
* 2 garlic cloves, minced
* 1 tablespoon olive or canola oil
* 2 teaspoons butter or stick margarine
* 1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
* 2 tablespoons white wine or chicken broth
* 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
* 1 tablespoon lemon juice
* 1/4 teaspoon salt
* 1/8 teaspoon pepper

DIRECTIONS

1. Refer to the linguine container for cooking instructions.
2. Use a skillet to sauté garlic and onion.  Stir in the asparagus afterwards.
3. Drain linguine; add to asparagus mixture. Add remaining ingredients; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

If you are having a heavy meal for dinner, it is also advisable to serve some nice side dishes to finish off your main course.  For an alternative side dish that can be prepared easily, this dish is just what you need.

INGREDIENTS

* 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
* 2 cups seasoned bread crumbs
* salt and pepper to taste
* garlic powder to taste
* 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
* 4 tablespoons butter, sliced

DIRECTIONS

1. Prepare the oven by preheating it using a 400 degrees Fahrenheit heat application.
2. Stir in the remaining ingredients in this dish and pout it over the asparagus.
3. Bake the asparagus in the preheated oven for half an hour.

If you’re after a special dish that is not only delicious and nutritious but is also aesthetically pleasing to the eye as well, this recipe is just what you need.  This unique recipe is perfect when served upon house guets on special occasions.

INGREDIENTS

* 4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
* 1 cup chopped onion
* 4 tablespoons butter or stick margarine, divided
* 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
* 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 1/8 teaspoon pepper
* 1 cup 2% milk
* 1 (12 ounce) package frozen cut asparagus, thawed and drained
* 1/4 cup diced pimientos
* 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
* 3/4 cup soft bread crumbs

DIRECTIONS

1. Use a skillet to sauté the basic ingredients in this recipe.
2. Pour in the asparagus after sautéing. 
3. Bake the dish for half an hour using a 350 degrees Fahrenheit heat application.

There are many types of cheese that we can use for various recipes, but among all of these, one of the most delectable type of cheese is the parmesan cheese.  Try this parmesan cheese treat with asparagus.  You will surely enjoy devouring this food.

INGREDIENTS

* 1 tablespoon butter
* 1/4 cup olive oil
* 1 pound fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
* 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
* salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

1. Get some butter and melt it in a skillet.  Add asparagus spears.
2. Drain off the excess oil and sprinkle with the remaining ingredients in this recipe.

Food choices that make use of vegetables should be a priority when we serve dinner for our family.  This special treat is the perfect food choice that we should aim for.  Eat this asparagus recipe on its own or as a complementary side dish.

INGREDIENTS

* 1/4 cup butter or margarine
* 3 slices white or whole wheat bread, crumbled
* 1 hard-cooked egg, peeled and chopped
* 1/2 cup chopped parsley
* 1/4 teaspoon salt
* 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed

DIRECTIONS

1. Melt butter in a skillet and stir in the other ingredients in this recipe.
2. Spread this mixture over cooked asparagus.

This dish is a home cooked goodie treat that you should learn to preprare, especially because it is a mouth-watering recipe that you can really enjoy.  Even the kids in the family will also enjoy this appetixing side dish.

INGREDIENTS

* 2 pounds fresh asparagus, cut into 2 inch pieces
* 1 (16 ounce) package pre-baked Italian bread shell crust
* 1/2 cup mayonnaise
* 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
* 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
* 3 egg whites

DIRECTIONS

1. Cook the asparagus by steaming it.
2. Use a bowl and combine all the other ingredients in this recipe in it.  Spread the mixture over the asparagus.
3. Bake this dish at a 450 degrees Fahrenheit heat application.  Baking time is set at ten minutes.

Some people enjoy nice and hearty meals every so often.  If that is also what you want most of the time, this recipe is something that you can try out.  It is easy to figure out that this recipe will be a perfect addition to your list of favorites.

INGREDIENTS

* 1 pound fresh asparagus
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1 (10 inch) unbaked pastry shell
* 1 egg white, lightly beaten
* 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
* 10 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
* 4 eggs
* 1 1/2 cups light cream
* 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 1/4 teaspoon salt
* 1 pinch pepper
* cherry tomatoes, halved

DIRECTIONS

1. Clean and cut the asparagus spears and boil it in a pot of water.
2. Pour in the remaining ingredients in a saucepan and pour in the shell.  Bake this mixture for half an hour.
3. Serve the dish while warm.

Asparagus dishes that are prepared in a different way is quite interesting and is also wonderful to tatse.  Try this wonderful asparagus recipe if you want to experience a whole new dining experience that involves healthy and nutritious food choices like this one.

INGREDIENTS

* 16 fresh asparagus spears
* 16 slices sandwich bread, crusts removed
* 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
* 8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
* 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
* 1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
* 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS

1. Boil the asparagus and drain.
2. Use a rolling pin to flatten the bread.  Combine with the other remaining ingredients and top off with asparagus spear.
3. Brush with butter and bake for 10 minutes using a 400 degrees heat application.