Its asparagus season!!

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This reminds me of when we visited my grandmother on her farm. We would go out to the ditches and harvest the wild asparagus. Now it is just a special treat because hubby doesn't like it. I like it lightly steamed with some balsamic vinegar drizzled on.
 
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Originally Posted by jcat

Fran, I bet you're thinking of the way the Germans eat it! They like it white, so they harvest it before it's ripe, which is why you have to peel it. It's much tastier when it's green.
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To be honest ive only tasted it boiled or tinned!

I think i will have to try it again eventually, same with pumpkin, it seems more appealing now... I have lately started to eat brussel sprouts! and i used to hate them till 2 months ago
 
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Originally Posted by fwan

To be honest ive only tasted it boiled or tinned!

I think i will have to try it again eventually, same with pumpkin, it seems more appealing now... I have lately started to eat brussel sprouts! and i used to hate them till 2 months ago
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That's the problem then -- tinned? ick! Lightly steamed or a couple of minutes in the microwave is all it needs, and if you've mastered Brussels Sprouts, I think you'll be fine with asparagus.
 
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With the white asparagus what growers do this cover it with a pail or something to block out the light so it comes up white instead of green. I have't haad it that way but I should cover a part and try it!! I found a recipe for egg casserole with ham, asparagus, eggs and cheese. Also I will make some asparagus soup!!
 
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Originally Posted by fwan

To be honest ive only tasted it boiled or tinned!

I think i will have to try it again eventually, same with pumpkin, it seems more appealing now... I have lately started to eat brussel sprouts! and i used to hate them till 2 months ago
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I didn't like asparagus either until my neighbor grilled some with olive oil and garlic. Now I love it! Tinned veggies aren't anything like fresh.

Every few years I try brussel sprouts again. They're so cute I really want to like them, but I haven't succeeded yet.
 
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Originally Posted by GailC

With the white asparagus what growers do this cover it with a pail or something to block out the light so it comes up white instead of green. I have't haad it that way but I should cover a part and try it!! I found a recipe for egg casserole with ham, asparagus, eggs and cheese. Also I will make some asparagus soup!!
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I find the white asparagus way too bland, and having to peel it is a pain. I only buy the green, which is cheaper here, anyway. I usually cook it in the microwave, and serve it with Hollandaise sauce.
 
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Originally Posted by jcat

I find the white asparagus way too bland, and having to peel it is a pain. I only buy the green, which is cheaper here, anyway. I usually cook it in the microwave, and serve it with Hollandaise sauce.
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The green is more nutritious anyway. Mmmmm... Hollandaise sauce!
 
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I've never had it before... never wanted to try it! Maybe I should... my mom always loved it on the grill with butter and garlic powder. Hmmm... maybe I should give it a try!
 
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Originally Posted by Rockcat

Every few years I try brussel sprouts again. They're so cute I really want to like them, but I haven't succeeded yet.
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I do the same thing with sweet potatoes!
Still don't like em!
 
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Originally Posted by Rockcat

I didn't like asparagus either until my neighbor grilled some with olive oil and garlic. Now I love it! Tinned veggies aren't anything like fresh.

Every few years I try brussel sprouts again. They're so cute I really want to like them, but I haven't succeeded yet.
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My husband was into roasting veggies under the broiler and we tried the Brussels sprouts roasted. They are really delicious.
 
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I love mine with Hollandaise sauce as well.

Also, if you cook asparagus in water and drink some of the water, it will cleanse your system.
 
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Originally Posted by kc&sherman

Doesn't asparagus make your pee smell funny??
I love them anyway!!
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Yes, it does. I'm glad you mentioned it, I was waiting for someone else to say it!
 
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