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Spring is the season for fresh, local asparagus. It's incredibly quick and easy to prepare and an incredibly delicious vegetable.

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Asparagus Basil-Pesto Lasagna
Asparagus Basil-Pesto Lasagna

This is the best lassagna I have ever tried, basil-pesto definitely gave the whole lasagna tons of tasty flavor, also used low-fat milk and cheese, reduced the amount of fat, but the sauce was still creamy, asparagus was tender-crispy between the layered creamy stuffed noodles.

Roasted Sesame Balsamic Asparagus
Roasted Sesame Balsamic Asparagus

It is a quick and easy way to cook asparagus, and tasty too.

Asparagi Di Campo (Cold Marinated Asparagus)
Asparagi Di Campo (Cold Marinated Asparagus)

Italian asparagus. How to cook asparagus Italian-style. Classic flavor-packed cold marinated asparagus with an onion, caper, lemon and mint dressing. Perfect to make ahead and serve anytime with simple ingredients. It's even vegan and vegetarian.

Asparagus Grilled with Curried Yogurt Dressing
Asparagus Grilled with Curried Yogurt Dressing

The curried yogurt dressing is spicy, creamy and flavorful, grilled asparagus is tender-crispy, topped with curried yogurt dressing, a light and tasty side dish for your spring supper.

Asparagus & Roasted Tomatoes with Citrus
Asparagus & Roasted Tomatoes with Citrus

A pretty side-dish that can be made ahead of time. Roasted asparagus and tomatoes with a refreshing citrus marinade, a quick and easy and tasty way to serve asparagus with lively colors.

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Asparagus with Bacon

Steamed asparagus with bacon, fresh parsley, and lemon juice. A quick 20-minute diabetic-friendly side dish that works on the stovetop or in the microwave.

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Asparagus

Treat your family with this simple and tasty recipe that can help you make your kids become asparagus-lovers!

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Asparagus Wrap

Asparagus spears wrapped in bologna with a Dijon mustard and mayo spread, microwaved until hot. A quick diabetic-friendly appetizer ready in 12 minutes with just 4 ingredients.

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Italian Asparagus

Italian asparagus baked in oregano-seasoned tomato sauce and topped with Swiss cheese. A simple, diabetic-friendly side dish with an oven or microwave option.

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Asparagus (Generic)

The complete guide to cooking asparagus: boiled, steamed, and microwaved. Learn how to prep, peel, and cook fresh asparagus spears and pieces to crisp-tender every time.

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Asparagus Vichyssoise

Asparagus vichyssoise made in the microwave with fresh asparagus, potatoes, and skim milk. This light, low-fat cold soup is blended silky-smooth and chilled overnight for a refreshing make-ahead starter.

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Asparagus Guacamole

Low-fat asparagus guacamole made with pureed cooked asparagus and yogurt instead of avocado. Same guacamole seasonings - cumin, cayenne, garlic, tomato - a fraction of the fat.

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Pickled Asparagus

Homemade pickled asparagus spears with garlic, hot chile peppers, and pickling spice in a tangy brine. Crisp, spicy, and shelf-stable for months.

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Parmesan Asparagus Spears

Parmesan asparagus spears blanched crisp-tender and tossed in a balsamic-Dijon vinaigrette with shaved Parmesan. Low-fat vegetarian side dish.

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Asparagus & Pimento

Asparagus and pimento side dish steams fresh asparagus and tops with lime juice, pimento, and pine nuts. A 10-minute Mediterranean-leaning side that works hot or chilled.

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Asparagus with Hot Bacon Dressing

Canned asparagus topped with a hot bacon and onion dressing made with vinegar and sugar substitute. A low-calorie Southern-style side dish at just 31 calories per serving.

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