It’s the little black dress of vegetables.

Unlike other holiday celebrations, an Easter meal can be a lot of things.

Trust me, this Easter asparagus dish is a winner.

Easter Asparagus with Cheese Sauce and Herb Breadcrumbs

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Plus, it truly does pair with any main dish, from eggs to meat to seafood.

It should be served soon after it is plated.

This recipe works with thick or thin asparagus spearschoose whatever looks best at the grocery store.

What If I Hate Asparagus?