Ingredients

• 2 pounds thin asparagus rinsed with ends cut off

• 3 cups water

• 2 tablespoons salted butter

• 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour

• 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella divided

• 1/2 cup shredded Asiago cheese

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• Sea Salt to taste

• Garlic Pepper or regular pepper to taste

• Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Instructions

Preheat the broiler on your oven. Place the rack on the top rung.

In a large skillet, bring 3 cups water to a boil. Toss in asparagus and cook covered for 4 minutes or until fork tender. Remove asparagus and place on a nonstick baking sheet (or pre-sprayed baking sheet), in a long row. Season with sea salt and garlic pepper to taste. Set aside.

Pour 1 cup asparagus water from the skillet into a measuring cup and discard the rest.

In the same skillet, now empty, heat 2 tablespoons salted butter over medium heat. Add the flour and stir to combine, about 1 minute.

Pour the asparagus water into the skillet and combine using a whisk until a thick sauce forms. About 4 minutes.

Turn off the heat and stir in the parmesan, asiago, and 1/2 cup mozzarella. Stir until creamy and fully melted.

Pour the cheese sauce over the center of the asparagus. Top with the remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella.

Broil for 4-6 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Watch this step carefully to not overcook.

Garnish with parsley if desired. Serve and enjoy!