Asparagus
A tender spring vegetable with a grassy, slightly sweet flavour. Snap off the woody base where it naturally breaks, then roast, grill, or quickly sauté.
Used for
- roasting
- grilling
- pasta
- stir-fries
- salads
In the kitchen
- Snap off woody ends.
- Roast.
- Grill.
- Blanch.
Picking it at the store
- Firm, bright green stalks with tightly closed tips. Open or feathery tips mean it's past its peak.
- Thinner stalks are more tender; thick stalks can be peeled for even cooking.
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