Fresh White Asparagus 11 lb.

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Make an unmistakably gourmet addition to your menu with this fresh white asparagus! White asparagus is the same species as more common green asparagus; its pure white color comes from a special growing process that makes it a true delicacy! Instead of being allowed to grow up and out of the soil, white asparagus is deprived of sunlight, often by piling soil or sawdust around it as it grows or covering it with black plastic. Because it is never exposed to light, this white asparagus never produces chlorophyll, the compound responsible for plants' green coloring. This specialized and labor-intensive process makes white asparagus a prized luxury! To prepare this gourmet vegetable, begin by snapping off the woody ends, then peel the skin off the stalks (unlike green asparagus, white asparagus must be peeled before it can be consumed). This bulk supply of 11 lb. of white asparagus will keep your establishment well stocked with this exclusive vegetable.

When serving this white asparagus, there's no need to go over the top with elaborate preparations and ingredients - its creamy white coloring and classic asparagus flavor are best displayed on their own to showcase their value. White asparagus is prized as a springtime delicacy in Europe, especially in Germany and Holland. Serve white asparagus with a traditional German preparation by boiling the peeled spears for 12-15 minutes, then serving with a rich and creamy Hollandaise sauce! Try roasting this white asparagus and serving it with capers, fresh dill, and pine nuts for a refreshing springtime treat. Create a truly luxurious side dish by serving boiled white asparagus spears draped with salty Serrano ham and drizzled with a lemon, mustard, and pepper dressing. No matter how you choose to serve it, this white asparagus will set your menu apart from the competition!

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