Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Asparagus at the Chesterhill Produce Auction


Well, the 2011 Chesterhill Produce Auction is about to start, so I thought you might like a recipe musing something you could get there next week (May 12). As you may have noticed, it's been a bit wet for planting, so the selection may be a bit limited, but we're sure to find some asparagus and rhubarb,as well as lot's of bedding plants, crafts, tomato stakes, and good company!

So, what to do with the asparagus? I tend to think some of the simplest recipes are the best. This one is about as simple as it gets!



Steamed Asparagus


Ingredients:

Asparagus, as many servings as you like.


Directions:

  • Gather a sauce pot with lid, and a steam cage or basket
  • Wash the asparagus
  • Trim the bottoms from the asparagus
  • Bring water to boil in pot, below the basket/cage level
  • place asparagus in pot and re-cover
  • Steam about 4-5 minutes, 'til al dente
  • Remove and serve
  • Serving suggestions are; with a pat of butter, a dash of salt, and/or a light sprinkle of Balsamic Vinegar. I like Balsamic for it's combination of sweet and tart, that enhances the flavor!
  • ENJOY

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