First, find out how to pick asparagus

“Always choose firm asparagus.

Lastly, white asparagus should be very white.

The way white asparagus is grown is by depriving it of light.

Asparagus with lemon

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“From the crown down, asparagus starts to become more fibrous,” Olivieri says.

“Usually, a bunch has two sets of rubber bands on it.

Talk about an easy and delish way to get your day’s fiber in!

Cutting asparagus stems

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Asparagus with cheese and lemon and pine nuts

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