We're celebrating the renewal of the season and our senses with asparagus.This super-healthy and versatile veggie is rich in vitamins A (good for theeyes) and K (important for bone health) as well as folate (to prevent heartdisease and birth defects).
Look for signs of freshness when you buy asparagus: bright green stalks and tighttops. Thickness of the stalk is just a matter of preference; you can easily peel andtrim any tough, woody stems. Asparagus is best when eaten within 1 or 2 days of purchase.
No matter how you prepare it—sautéed, roasted, steamed, grilled—asparagus isa delicious and easy way to celebrate springtime. Try this quick recipe for garlicky asparagus, and then check out this mouth-watering slideshow for even more recipes and pictures that look good enough to eat!
Did you know?
- Asparagus is part of the lily family (so are onions and garlic!)
- The name asparagus is from the Greek word aspharagos meaning “sprout”
- Asparagus can grow up to 10 inches in a 24-hour period!
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