Wednesday, June 6, 2012


Asparagus

Peak Season: March to June

Perfect Pick: Vibrant green spears with tight purple-tinged buds. Avoid spears that are fading in color or wilting. Thinner spears are sweeter and more tender.

Handle with Care: Trim the woody ends and stand the stalks upright in a small amount of water in a tall container. Cover the tops with a plastic bag and cook within a few days.

The Payoff: Folate, a B vitamin, that protects that heart by helping to reduce inflammation.

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