Asparagus season stretches from spring into early summer. Whether it's in season or not, a lot of people say that they don't really care for asparagus, but in many cases, it's not the vegetable's ...

When prepared the right way, asparagus has a tender-crisp bite, with a subtly sweet and earthy flavor which makes for the perfect side or appetizer. And there are so many ways to cook it, whether you ...

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 ...

Visiting the farmer’s market at the cusp of spring, after a bleak winter of finding mostly root vegetables, is a welcome change with a burst of color and a promise of warmer days ahead. And although I ...

Many vegetables are delicious raw or cooked; carrots, spinach, tomatoes, and bell peppers to name just a few. But can you eat asparagus raw? When the long green spears appear in stores in the spring, ...

DEAR ACCIDENTAL CHEF: With spring finally here, I'm really excited to hit the markets to buy some fresh produce, especially asparagus, which I love. Usually, when I cook asparagus at home, I just ...

So how do you achieve the perfect asparagus this season, whether you're serving it as part of an Easter brunch or alongside a simple weeknight meal? First and foremost, you need to read up on these ...