Learn how to blanch asparagus for use in salads, casseroles and more.
From grilling to roasting, asparagus can be enjoyed in numerous ways.
One easy way to cook asparagus is to blanch it.
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Not only is it quick, but blanching also helps retain the vegetable’s vibrant green color.
Plus, blanched asparagus results in a crisp-tender texture, perfect for recipes likeTarragon Scallops on Asparagus Spears.
Read on to learn how to blanch asparagus.
How to Blanch Asparagus
And that’s it!
Once you’ve blanched your asparagus, it can be enjoyed in a few different ways.
First, you could eat it as is.
However you use it, blanching is an easy, quick method for enjoying this spring vegetable.
