Thin asparagus is tender with a slightly crisp center; thick asparagus has a meatier center meaning more crunch and texture.

Of course, the most laid-back approach is to not cook the asparagus at all. While you could chomp straight into a raw stalk (most tempting with young, thin spears), the ideal prep for a composed ...

As a salad, soup, side, or star of your meal, this springtime vegetable shines in recipes that capture ... and garlic, fresh asparagus spears are tossed with Parmesan butter to make the pan ...

Regardless of whether you’re buying thin 'sprue' asparagus or extra-large ... Drop loose spears into a pan of boiling water and cook until just tender. The cooking time varies according to ...

Two more cook's tips: fry in batches to avoid dropping the oil temperature and choose thin asparagus spears for the best texture. 1. Make the batter. In a shallow dish slightly longer than the ...

This creamy, salty, cheesy quiche is topped with fresh, tender asparagus and baked in a hearty crust, perfect for brunch, ...

In my mind, there’s no wrong way to cook asparagus, other than maybe boiling it beyond recognition. (If you’re not a fan of asparagus, I suspect this preparation might be why.) “Asparagus takes well ...