This is one of mine and my husband’s favorites, Creamed Asparagus Over Toast. Quick, easy, and delicious meal.

ITEMS YOU’LL NEED
- 1 lb. asparagus
- 3 T. butter
- 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
- 1/2 c. milk
- pinch of cayenne pepper
- salt & pepper to taste
- large cast iron skillet
- large pot
- whisk
- large slotted spoon
How to Make Creamed Asparagus Over Toast
Step 1:
- Rinse the asparagus well and cut into 2 inch pieces or whatever size you prefer.
- Fill a large pot half full of water. Add a teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil.
- In the meantime, melt 3 T. butter in a large cast iron skillet. Once the butter has melted, add 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour and whisk together into the butter. Blend well and cook on medium low to medium heat. Don’t let it brown.
- Add 1/2 cup of whole milk and blend well with the flour mixture.
Step 2:
- Once the water has come to a boil, add the asparagus and cook until it is al dente (firm but tender). It cooks quickly so keep a close eye on it. It takes only a couple of minutes for it to cook to perfection.
- When the asparagus has reached that perfect texture, remove from the boiling water with a large slotted spatula. Place in a bowl and set aside. DO NOT THROW OUT THE ASPARAGUS WATER.
- Turn the heat under the cast iron skillet to medium. Add 1 cup of the asparagus water. Constantly stirring and blending the flour mixture with the water. The more it heats, the thicker it will get. Continue to add 1/2 cups of the asparagus water until you’ve reached the gravy consistency that you desire. Remember, it will thicken a little more as it begins to cool so don’t over cook it.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper (if desired) and salt and pepper to taste.

Step 3:
- Place your toasted bread on a plate, cut or leave whole, and smother with the creamed asparagus.
OPTIONS:
This creamed asparagus recipe is also delicious over pasta, mashed potatoes, and rice.
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Creamed Asparagus Over Toast

This is one of mine and my husband's favorites, creamed asparagus over toast. Quick, easy, and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. asparagus
- 3 T. butter
- 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
- 1/2 c. milk
- Pinch of Cayenne pepper
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the asparagus well and then cut it into about 2 inch pieces or whatever size you prefer.
- Fill a large pot half full of water. Add a teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil.
- In the meantime, melt 3 T. butter in a large case iron skillet. Once the butter is melted, add 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour and whisk together with the butter. Blend well and cook on medium low to medium heat. Don't let it brown.
- Add 1/2 cup of whole milk and blend well with the flour mixture.
- Once the water in the large pot has come to a boil, add the asparagus and cook until it is al dente (firm but tender). It cooks quickly so keep a close eye on it. It takes only a couple of minutes for it to cook to perfection.
- When the asparagus has reached that perfect texture, remove from the boiling water with large slotted spatula. Place in a bowl and set aside. DO NOT THROW OUT THE ASPARAGUS WATER.
- Turn the heat under the cast iron skillet to medium. Add 1 c. of the asparagus water. Constatntly stirring and blending the flour mixture with the water. The more it heats, the thicker it will get. Continue to add 1/2 cups of the asparagus water until you've reached the gravy consistency that you're looking for. Remember, it will thicken a little more as it begins to cool so don't over cook it.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper (if desired) and salt and pepper to taste.
- Place your toasted bread on a plate and smother with the creamed asparagus.
Notes
OPTIONS:
This creamed asparagus is also delicious over pasta, mashed potatoes, and rice.
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