RITZ-Topped Creamy Baked Asparagus
Prep time10 min
Total time25min
ServingsMakes 4 servings, 1/4 recipe (134 g) each.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. (450 g) fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
- ¼ cup ranch dressing
- 2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
- 15 Ritz Crackers, coarsely crushed (about 1/2 cup)
Preparation
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Cook asparagus in simmering water in large skillet 2 to 3 min. or until asparagus turns bright green; drain. Place in shallow casserole dish.
- Add dressing; toss to coat. Top with cheese and cracker crumbs.
- Bake 10 to 15 min. or until topping is lightly browned and asparagus is heated through.
Recipe Tips
- Make Ahead
Prepare as directed except for baking. Refrigerate up to 24 hours. Remove from refrigerator 20 min. before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350°F for 15 min. or until heated through. - Substitute
Prepare using reduced-calorie Caesar dressing. - Better For You
Good news!! You'll save 50 calories and 7 grams of total fat per serving by preparing with reduced-calorie ranch dressing, grated reduced-fat Parmesan cheese and Ritz 30% Less Fat Crackers.
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Nutrition InformationNutrition Per Serving | |
|---|---|
| Calories | 170 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Fat 12g | |
| Saturated 2.5g | |
| Cholesterol 5mg | |
| Sodium 290mg | |
| Carbohydrate 12g | |
| Dietary fiber 3g | |
| Sugars 4g | |
| Protein 4g | |
| Vitamin A | 10 %DV |
| Vitamin C | 10 %DV |
| Calcium | 6 %DV |
| Iron | 20 %DV |
