White Asparagus

White asparagus is a premium spring vegetable grown underground or under covers that block sunlight, preventing it from turning green. It has a delicate, mildly bitter flavour and a tender, juicy texture. In the kitchen, it is most often boiled or steamed and served with hollandaise sauce, clarified butter, ham or eggs. It is a prized ingredient in German, French and Belgian cuisines. The white asparagus season typically runs from April to June. It contains folate, vitamin C and potassium. Before cooking, the tough stalks should be peeled and the woody ends snapped off.