Green Giant White Asparagus 190g (Pack of 12)

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The UK asparagus season runs from April to June, and only one area of the UK—Worcestershire—produces white asparagus. White asparagus it is often imported from France and Germany during these months too. Meanwhile, combine the quinoa, dressing, bell peppers, feta and coriander or parsley in a large mixing bowl. Arrange the grilled asparagus on plates, top with the quinoa mixture and a few coriander leaves.

Add the water a little at a time, waiting for it to be mostly absorbed between additions. Taste for seasoning all the time. About 5 minutes before the end (about 10 minutes after you started adding water), add the asparagus. When the rice is still a touch too al dente for you, crumble in three-quarters of the gorgonzola (you can use or lose the rind as you like) and the remaining 25g butter. Stir until you are satisfied. Serve with the hazelnuts and the remaining gorgonzola scattered on top.

How to Clean and Prep Asparagus

Recipe supplied by Rachel Green, british‑asparagus.co.uk Gorgonzola, asparagus and hazelnut risotto

Using a mandolin or a vegetable peeler, cut four of the asparagus stalks lengthways into long ribbons, as thin as you can. Add them to a bowl along with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt. Toss to coat, and set aside. Once the domain of gourmet restaurants, white asparagus is already a steadfast favourite in some European countries – it's even known as 'white gold' in Germany. We take a closer look at why white asparagus should be on your vegetable list this year. What is White Asparagus? White asparagus is sometimes known as “edible ivory” or the “royal vegetable” and is a prized and expensive type of asparagus. A shiraae is a versatile Japanese dish that can be made with most vegetables and always has a tofu-based dressing. You can adjust the amounts of sesame paste and miso to create the best blend for any particular vegetable, making a creamy dressing by adding ripe avocado or changing the texture by adding it diced. This particular recipe works well with young asparagus. Steaming is another popular cooking method, in which all of the asparagus' flavour is retained – a much healthier alternative to cooking in butter.Mix the creme fraiche, egg yolks, chives, horseradish and cream, then season. Spread over the asparagus. Top with parmesan.