05.09.08
Roasted asparagus: two recipes, two hints
First recipe is from Mark Bitten, and his hint:
Fat asparagus spears have their charms, but pencil-thin spears have two distinct advantages in a time-sensitive kitchen. They can be cooked without peeling, because their outer sheaths are so tender, and they cook so much faster, which is an asset for roasting.
Second recipe is from Simply Cooking, and her hint:
Have you ever had roasted asparagus turn out tough and stringy? Here’s a tip from my friend Alanna: use the fat spears, not the skinny ones, for roasting. This is a quick and easy recipe for beautifully roasted, tender asparagus.
