Fresh Standard Asparagus 11 lb.

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Add fresh flavor to your menu with this fresh standard asparagus! With a standard diameter, these large, juicy asparagus spears are perfect for creating a wide variety of menu items. This product features a mild, grassy flavor with hints of bitterness and an earthy, fresh flavor that's evocative of springtime. Plus, this asparagus doesn't just taste great - it's great for you, too! It's high in dietary fiber to support healthy digestion, and it's loaded with vitamins A, C, and K, as well as folate and antioxidants. To prepare this asparagus, simply snap the stalks off where they bend naturally to remove any woody growth at the bottom. These asparagus spears do not need to be peeled, though you can do so if a more tender texture is desired. This bulk 11 lb. supply of asparagus will keep your establishment well stocked with this essential ingredient!

Asparagus's fresh flavor makes it a favorite for springtime dishes, and you can also include it as a tasty and healthy vegetable on your year-round menu. Simply saute, grill, or roast whole asparagus spears with garlic and a squeeze of lemon for a fresh and flavorful side that will make a perfect accompaniment to your entrees! Create delicious handheld hors d'oeuvres by wrapping a strip of puff pastry around an asparagus spear and baking, or nestle a few spears of asparagus inside a puff pastry square with prosciutto and gruyere cheese before folding the corners over and baking until golden brown. Bacon-wrapped asparagus is also a popular and delicious appetizer! Asparagus also makes a delicious addition to savory quiches and tarts, casseroles, pasta dishes, and creamy soups. No matter how you choose to use it, this standard asparagus will be a testament to your discerning taste!

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