Cheesy Baked Asparagus

• servings: 4

Ingredients

1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half or low-fat milk (instead of heavy whipping cream)

2 bunches asparagus, trimmed

Salt and pepper to taste

1 cup reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese, shredded

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (reduced-fat or fat-free)

Directions

Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Prepare the Baking Dish:

In a 9×13 inch baking dish, pour the fat-free half-and-half or low-fat milk into the bottom.

Arrange the Asparagus:

Arrange the trimmed asparagus spears in the dish, making sure they are spread out evenly.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Add the Cheese:

Sprinkle the shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the asparagus.

Top with the grated Parmesan cheese.

Bake:

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the asparagus is tender.

Serve:

Serve hot and enjoy as a delicious side dish.