I keep my fridge stocked with asparagus year-round because I never have a problem using it up.
before you roll cooking, there are a couple things you should know about asparagus.
Green asparagus is the most widely available key in you’ll see at the supermarket.
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Use your new pro knowledge and put the veggie to work with 35 of the best asparagus recipes.
From lemony salmon to spicy green curry, there’s sure to be something here that will inspire you.
Sheet-Pan Maple-Apple Chicken and AsparagusfromOrchids and Sweet Tea
Asparagus is always a good candidate forsheet-pan dinners.
To make this grilled cheese vegan, simply swap in whichever dairy-free cheese usually gives you the best results.
Or if you’re avoiding dairy due to lactose intolerance, know thatcertain harder cheesesmay give you fewer problems.
Opt for a cheaper truffle-infused product, like truffle salt or oil, for a similar effect.
Charring requires super-high temperatures that thinner, more delicate stalks won’t handle as well.
Don’t be afraid to spoon the overflow directly on top.
And be sure to pair the whole thing with side of buttered bread for scooping up the extras.
Plus, it takes hardly any time to throw together.
The recipe recommends using sun-dried tomato pesto, but you might use whichever variety you normally prefer.
That way, you get a little burst of crunchy, fresh flavor with every bite.
Use it as a dip for vegetables or as a spread for sandwiches and wraps.
Asparagus Polenta BowlsfromBrooklyn Supper
These polenta bowls are the definition of cozy.
Bonus: Save the polenta you don’t eat to turn into quick, leftover polenta bread.
Three Cheese Shaved Asparagus PizzafromA Cozy Kitchen
Shaving asparagus is an easy but tedious process.
Pesto Asparagus PastafromPinch of Yum
This unusual bowl of noodles is made entirely with asparagus.
This version, using lemon and almonds, pairs perfectly with roasted asparagus.