ASPARAGUS (SMALL BOX)
11 x 1 lb bundle XL or Jumbo size Seasonally sourced from California, Mexico, New Jersey, Peru, and Washington Asparagus aka "Garden Asparagus", "Lu-Sun", "芦笋", "蘆筍" Asparagus is a green vegetable that is easily recognizable for its long, pointy spears. Asparagus is typically eight to ten inches in length, Spears with green butts are preferred over the spears with white butts, as white butts are associated with increased toughness. Asparagus has an earthy flavor, similar to broccoli and almost like an intensely flavored green bean. The texture is tender and crunchy. Asparagus is commonly grilled, steamed, or roasted. Asparagus is available year-round. Handling Tip Selection Asparagus spears should be green and firm with tightly closed and compact tips. Spears are straight, tender, and glossy in appearance. A small amount of white tissue at the butt will delay decay development under typical commercial distribution. Asparagus diameter does not represent quality. Larger diameter aspar