Asparagus Casserole — Robert St. John

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp Olive oil, light
• 2 Tbsp Onion, minced
• 1 Tbsp Shallot, minced
• 2 Tbsp Celery, minced
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Garlic, granulated
• 1/8 tsp Thyme, dry
• 2 cups Mushrooms, cleaned, sliced
• 1 1/2 cups Chicken broth
• 1/4 cup Butter
• 1/3 cup Flour
• 1/2 cup Whipping cream
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Hot Sauce
• 2 bunches Fresh asparagus, cut on a bias into 2 1/2” long pieces
• 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
• 1/2 cup White Cheddar Cheese, shredded
• 2 Tbsp Fresh Parsley
• 3 Tbsp Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 1/2 cups Ritz Crackers, crushed into crumbs (about 35 crackers)