What's Cookin' – Asparagus
Hi everyone,
Spring is here and that means it is now asparagus season! This is when this vegetable tastes its best in the months of March to May. Overall rule of thumb for this vegetable is don’t overcook it!
Besides being tasty, this little spear like vegetable also has many nutritional benefits. It’s packed with vitamins A, C, E & K and is a great source of fiber and folate. Folate helps the brain fight cognitive decline if paired with the vitamin B12 found in fish, poultry, meat and dairy. It’s also a detoxifier, a natural diuretic and is packed with antioxidants.
Now onto the recipes that showcase this great vegetable!
1. Alice B. Toklas’ Asparagus in Salt & Pepper Whipped Cream (Food52)
2. Asparagus and Leek Pizza (Shutterbean)
3. Asparagus with Toasted Seeds and Mustard Vinaigrette (Bon Appetit)
4. Black Pepper Goat Cheese Asparagus Tart with Proscuitto (The Laughing Table)
5. Ribboned Asparagus & Macadamia Salad with Lemon Parmesan Dressing (Sprinkles & Sauce)
