Low-Calorie Recipes Low-Calorie Side Dish Recipes Low-Calorie Vegetable Side Dish Recipes Low-Calorie Mushroom Recipes Creamed Asparagus and Mushrooms Be the first to rate & review! This vegetable side dish combines mushrooms with crisp-tender asparagus. The cooked vegetables are topped with a creamy sauce made from sherry and reduced-fat cream cheese and further flavored with Parmesan and fresh thyme. By EatingWell Test Kitchen EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 19, 2023 Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Rate PRINT Share Trending Videos Close this video player Prep Time: 25 mins Additional Time: 15 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings: 12 Yield: 12 servings Nutrition Profile: Low-Carb Diabetes-Appropriate Nut-Free Low-Sodium Low-Fat Soy-Free Heart-Healthy Egg-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients 4 pounds asparagus spears 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup chopped onion (1 large) 1 tablespoon bottled minced garlic (6 cloves) ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground black pepper ½ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth ¼ cup dry sherry or dry white wine ¼ cup reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel) 12 ounces assorted sliced fresh mushrooms, such as white button, shiitake, cremini or oyster mushrooms 1 ½ tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 2 teaspoons snipped fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed Directions Bring a large pot of water to boiling. Prepare a large bowl of ice water. Snap off and discard woody bases from asparagus. Cut spears into 2-inch pieces. Cook asparagus in the boiling water for 4 to 6 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Drain asparagus. Plunge asparagus into the ice water; let stand until cooled. Remove asparagus; pat dry with paper towels. Set aside. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, salt and pepper; cook until softened. Stir in broth, sherry and cream cheese; bring to boiling. Add mushrooms; cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until mushrooms are softened and sauce thickens slightly. Stir in Parmesan cheese and thyme. Add the cooked asparagus; heat through, stirring to coat. Originally appeared: Diabetic Living Magazine Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 74 Calories 4g Fat 7g Carbs 3g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 12 Serving Size 2/3 cup Calories 74 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 7g 2% Dietary Fiber 2g 8% Total Sugars 3g Protein 3g 7% Total Fat 4g 4% Saturated Fat 1g 5% Cholesterol 3mg 1% Vitamin A 643IU 13% Vitamin C 6mg 6% Folate 50mcg 12% Sodium 157mg 7% Calcium 44mg 3% Iron 2mg 11% Magnesium 17mg 4% Potassium 336mg 7% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved