The English asparagus season is sadly coming to an end there only a few days left. I hope I am able to find one last bunch before the season is over.
I usually griddle my asparagus; simply blanch by pouring a kettle of boiling water over your asparagus, shake well and put on a pre heated griddle pan that you have drizzled a little olive oil on. Griddle until stripy. Serve with a knob of butter and a sprinkling of salt.
We ate the last asparagus on Saturday…. Sad, indeed. Ours didn’t lool nearly as perfect as yours, though. We may have forced the season a bit. On to the courgette!
It’s always good isn’t it? My hubby doesn’t like asparagus, I am mystified as to why.
Love the idea of griddling the asparagus. I’ll need to track down some asparagus that’s not got too woody, as it is really getting a bit late in the year.
Asparagus is a fantastic vegetable and will make a healthy entree when griddled. Love the griddled asparagus seasoned by brushing some finely chopped garlic and oregano in virgin olive.
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