Asparagus

Many people compare the taste of this highly versatile vegetable with mushrooms, while others find it resembles broccoli. Baked and enhanced with a bit of… Read More »What Does Baked Asparagus Taste Like?

To blanch the asparagus: Fill a large bowl with water and ice. In a large saucepan or stockpot, bring 1 inch water and 1 teaspoon… Read More »How Do You Pre Blanch Asparagus?

Cut off the woody bottom part. Don’t over cook it -steam for 5 to 6 minutes, depending on the thickness. Serve with a squeeze of… Read More »How Do You Get The Bitter Taste Out Of Asparagus?

Common Asparagus Diseases Fungi. Anthracnose. Asparagus Rust. Cercospora Needle Blight. Crown and Root Rot. Fusarium Wilt. Gray Mold. Purple Spot. Red Rot. White Mold. Water… Read More »What Can Go Wrong With Asparagus?

Texture: Look for asparagus stalks that are firm to the touch, able to stand up straight, and with a smooth texture. Avoid stalks that appear… Read More »What Texture Should Asparagus Be?

Asparagus takes on an earthy flavor like broccoli but can have a slightly sour taste if the spears are older. Texture-wise it is a chewy… Read More »Why Does My Asparagus Taste Sour?

Pour boiling water over the asparagus in canning jars, leaving 1” headspace. Process in a pressure canner at 10 pounds pressure for 30 minutes (pints)… Read More »How Do You Bottle Asparagus?

Stand the asparagus up in a glass or jar with about an inch or two of water, making sure all the ends are sitting in… Read More »How Do You Store Asparagus In A Mason Jar?

Asparagus will stay fresh up to five days when placed in a jar with water and covered loosely by a plastic bag. How long can… Read More »Can I Store Asparagus In Water?

Simply trim off a bit of the tough ends, place in 1 inch of water, cover the tips with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. The… Read More »Can You Firm Up Asparagus?