Alongside peas and rhubarb, fresh asparagus is one of the mascots of the spring garden. Especially after a long, cold winter, these fruits and vegetables are a refreshing sight—and are harbingers of ...

Asparagus makes a quick and timeless side dish. It's most abundant in spring when it grows fresh and vibrant in many farms and backyard gardens, but you can buy asparagus nearly year-round, no matter ...

This is how to keep it from getting limp and slimy. Trim asparagus ends and stand the spears upright in a glass of water to keep them fresh and crisp. To slow ripening, avoid storing asparagus near ...

When choosing asparagus, look for bright green spears with tightly closed, compact tips. Size doesn't indicate a woody texture or diminished flavor. Depending on the time of year and where's it's ...

Placing it near ethylene-producing foods: Some produce—like apples, tomatoes, and bananas—release lots of ethylene, a natural gas that speeds up ripening. Asparagus is sensitive to it, so storing it ...

Alongside peas and rhubarb, fresh asparagus is one of the mascots of the spring garden. Especially after a long, cold winter, these fruits and vegetables are a refreshing sight—and are harbingers of ...

For bacon-wrapping, grilling, blanching, and tossing into our new favorite potluck recipe: Marry Me Pasta Salad! Alongside peas and rhubarb, fresh asparagus is one of the mascots of the spring garden.