How to Make Asparagus Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

Asparagus is a versatile and delicious vegetable that can be used in a wide variety of dishes. One of the most unique and delightful ways to prepare asparagus is in the form of a savory pie. Asparagus pie is a perfect way to highlight this fresh spring vegetable, and it makes for a beautiful and flavorful dish that can be served as a main course or as a side dish.

Asparagus pie is a great option for anyone looking to add more vegetables to their diet, as it is packed full of nutritiou...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
  • ¾ teaspoon white sugar
  • ¾ teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1 pinch fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 ¼ cups milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9-inch pie

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch pie pan.
  • Stir flour, thyme, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Whisk in milk, then whisk in eggs and lemon zest until batter is smooth.
  • Melt butter in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until asparagus is dark green and coated with butter, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Transfer asparagus to the prepared pan and pour batter evenly over top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until puffed on top and browned around the edges, 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    113 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 80mg
    • Sodium: 282mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 72mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 210mg