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Storage and Preparation Tips for Week of 03/22/10
Mar 22nd
¨ Asparagus: To prevent the stems from drying and toughening, wrap sliced ends with a lightly dampened paper towel, seal it in a plastic bag and store in the refrigerator crisper up to three days. More >
Featured Veggie: Asparagus
Mar 2nd
Often considered a “luxury vegetable,” asparagus is as nutritious as it is uniquely tasty—it’s high in Folic Acid and is a good source of potassium, fiber, vitamin B6, vitamins A and C, and thiamin. A member of the lily family, asparagus is only available for a short period of time during the spring months. However, it can grow quite quickly—under ideal conditions, an asparagus spear can grow 10″ in a 24-hour period! This week we are featuring asparagus from Cal-Organics.
