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Easy
Published 2004
Again, if the asparagus at the market is over the hill, woody at the base, or nasty looking, wait until you find some good stuff. You’re looking for thin, brightly colored, tender (all the way down) asparagus, with its florets still tightly coiled.
Fill the large pot with water, add a few tablespoons of salt, and bring to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook for 5 minutes, or until bright green and tender. Remove from the boiling water with the slotted spoon and place in the ice bath. Be gentle! Once cold, remove the asparagus from the water, discard the string, and set aside.
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