Pan fried asparagus with lemon

The spring season brings some of the most exciting ingredients to the markets: fresh leafy greens, spring onions, sugar snap peas, and best of all—asparagus!

Impressive enough to serve as a side for a fancy steak dinner, but fast enough for a weeknight meal, this sautéed asparagus recipe is the perfect easy vegetable side dish!

Sauteed asparagus and onions

Fresh lemon juice and garlic really brighten up the flavor, and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese is the perfect finishing touch.

What is the best way to store asparagus?

Have you ever wondered why asparagus is displayed in a shallow bin of water at the grocery store?

That's because asparagus is best stored like a bouquet of fresh flowers! Once trimmed from the ground, it stays fresher when the cut ends are submerged in about 1 inch of water, and you should definitely replicate this at home!

If you're cooking any asparagus recipes the day that you purchase it, no need to refrigerate. Any longer, and it's best to store it in water, in the refrigerator, loosely covered with a plastic bag or plastic wrap. Asparagus is best cooked with

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