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Asparagus 101

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Course Overview As vegetables go, asparagus really has it all—a complex, earthy flavor, a vibrant green freshness, and a relatively short cooking time. It comes in a variety of sizes and, depending on which cooking method you choose, you can give it all manner of textures. The key is its versatility: asparagus is equally suited to roasting, braising, broiling, blanching, steaming, and eating raw. You can even sous vide asparagus for the perfect holiday or dinner party side dish. This course will take you through each technique to make a wide range of delicious dishes with a variety of easy toppings and sauces. We’ll also cover shopping and storage, prepping, and some science on what makes asparagus work.

What You'll Learn

  • 01. Welcome and Learning Objectives
    Welcome and Learning Objectives
  • 02. How Asparagus Works
    All About Asparagus
    Vegetable Science - Shades of Asparagus
    Prepping Asparagus
  • 03. Recipe Tutorial: Roasted Asparagus with Mint-Orange Gremolata
    Introduction
    What You'll Need
    Printable Recipe
    Common Mistakes
    Cooking Along with the Test Kitchen
    Discussion
  • 04. Recipe Tutorial: Broiled Asparagus with Soy-Ginger Vinaigrette
    Introduction
    What You'll Need
    Printable Recipe
    Common Mistakes
    Cooking Along with the Test Kitchen
    Discussion
  • 05. Recipe Tutorial: Asparagus Salad with Radishes, Pecorino, and Croutons
    Introduction
    What You'll Need
    Printable Recipe
    Common Mistakes
    Cooking Along with the Test Kitchen
    Discussion
  • 06. Recipe Tutorial: Asparagus Mimosa
    Introduction
    What You'll Need
    Printable Recipe
    Common Mistakes
    Cooking Along with the Test Kitchen
    Discussion
  • 07. Recipe Tutorial: Pan-Steamed Asparagus
    Introduction
    What You'll Need
    Printable Recipe
    Common Mistakes
    Cooking Along with the Test Kitchen
    Discussion
  • 08. Recipe Tutorial: Braised Asparagus with Lemon and Chives
    Introduction
    What You'll Need
    Printable Recipe
    Common Mistakes
    Cooking Along with the Test Kitchen
    Discussion
  • 09. Recipe Tutorial: Sous Vide Perfect Asparagus with Tomato-Basil Vinaigrette
    Introduction
    What You'll Need
    Printable Recipe
    Common Mistakes
    Cooking Along with the Test Kitchen
    Discussion

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