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Tips & information

How many spears in a bundle?
Small diameter = about 20
Medium diameter = about 15
Large diameter = about 10

( I will normally send you the "medium" size unless you tell me different)

How much does a bundle weigh?
Each bundle weighs 454g (1lb). You will be able to order in multiples of this. Each bundle costs the same whatever the diameter.

Which size spears should I choose?
Umm, a frequently asked question... It depends!
Are you going to indulge just you and a "friend"? Definitely Large.
Entertaining? Need a vegetable to accompany the main course? Then choose Medium, one bundle will be generous for 3 people.
For quiches, salads etc, choose Small.

Preparation
We have already washed and trimmed, unlike other suppliers, all our asparagus is ready to use.

Time of cooking
As a general rule, asparagus is cooked when the tips are tender, but not soft to the point of a knife. Caution! Withycombe asparagus is very fresh so it will need less cooking.

Steaming
Lay the lightly salted asparagus flat in the top of a steamer over boiling water. Cover and steam for approx 6 to 8 minutes.

Boiling
Tie the asparagus in bundles, or leave the band on, and stand in 2 inches of lightly salted boiling water. Cover the tips with foil to catch the steam. This ensures that the stalks cook in water, but the delicate tips cook in steam. About 6 to 8 minutes.

Microwave
Arrange the spears lengthwise (tops in centre) in a baking dish and add 2 serving spoons of water. Cover, and microwave on HIGH for 3 minutes. Rotate the dish a half turn, then microwave for another 2 minutes. Allow to stand before serving.

Grilled
Lightly brush spears with olive oil, season with salt and pepper to taste. Grill with medium heat (turn once) for about 3 minutes to desired tenderness. Serve as an appetiser with cured meats.