Bought asparagus...now what?

mandycox1301
mandycox1301 Posts: 90
edited September 23 in Recipes
I am new at the posting guys so bare with me...... =)

I bought some asparagus just now but I wanna make it healthy and something my kids will eat. Any ideas???
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  • pyro13g
    pyro13g Posts: 1,127 Member
    My daughter always put a little butter on hers or I would make a light chicken broth for here. Me, steamed or straight up.
  • vayax
    vayax Posts: 152 Member
    I just add some sea salt and grill them.... if no grill then the oven would do ;)
  • aymetcalf
    aymetcalf Posts: 597 Member
    I LOVE roasted asparagus. But olive oil, salt, pepper, on the asparagus then put in oven at 350 for like 20-30min until done - so yum!
  • SiltyPigeon
    SiltyPigeon Posts: 920 Member
    I LOVE asparagus microwaved in a Ziplock Steamer Bag with some "I can't believe it's not butter spray" and a little garlic pepper. YUM!
  • BeLightYear
    BeLightYear Posts: 1,450 Member
    Send it to me please:wink:

    If you have a Foreman grill, spray it with nonstick oil, sprinkle asparagus with garlic powder and grill for 4-5 minutes depending on how crunchy you like it ~ enjoy!
  • kinsellae
    kinsellae Posts: 167 Member
    not so healthy but I saw that you can put a little olive oil, bread crumbs, and parmesan cheese and bake for a few min.
  • bethvandenberg
    bethvandenberg Posts: 1,496 Member
    One of kids and my favorite veggie. I sometimes put it in a bag with some evoo and balsamic vinegar and garlic let it sit for a bit and grill it. Or just saute it up in a pan, can sprinkle sesame seeds on top. Last night I chopped it up and added to a stir fry. Also earlier in the week chopped it up and added it to some risotto. :) Mmmmm now I'm hungry. LOL
  • verbifyvenus
    verbifyvenus Posts: 175 Member
    bump
  • Superbrad9
    Superbrad9 Posts: 1
    Throw it away, asparagus is disgusting!!! :)
  • Ahzuri
    Ahzuri Posts: 272 Member
    Dunno how healthy (can't be too horrible though) it is but asparagus is amazing when you wrap it in a thin strip of steak and grill/cook it! We didn't really add anything else (though most of the recipes I'm looking at online right now have lots of other things added) when we did it and I loved it. I remember two or three were pretty filling.
  • SheehyCFC
    SheehyCFC Posts: 529 Member
    not so healthy but I saw that you can put a little olive oil, bread crumbs, and parmesan cheese and bake for a few min.

    Get rid of the bread crumbs - and this is DELICIOUS (had it a couple nights ago).
    Also recommend grilling (but mix with peppers/onions so kids get used to it)
  • thefreemans28
    thefreemans28 Posts: 267 Member
    I bake mine in the oven at 400 for 10-15 minutes with some cooking spray and Mrs. Dash and then sprinkle some lemon juice when they come out of the oven.

    They are really good on the grill too with some red new potatoes
  • yyzdnl
    yyzdnl Posts: 127 Member
    Try marinating in balsamic vinegar. Then broil, grill, or steam. Remember to grab stalks from both ends and bend them until they snap then toss the lower part as it will be tough and chewy below the break.
  • RunConquerCelebrate
    RunConquerCelebrate Posts: 956 Member
    I like mined baked or grilled, just put some olive oil some salt and pepper to season and done. My daughter loves them when we make them like this
  • cmchiappetta
    cmchiappetta Posts: 57 Member
    I had asparagus last night...almost ate the whole bunch!

    I steamed it and let it be. I really like asparagus plain-it has it's own flavor.

    If you think it needs something extra, grilling it adds a little flavor and crunch.
    Olive oil is healthier than butter, but butter spray probably goes farther.

    Also, I peel the last couple inches because it tends to be really tough (like broccoli stems). The inside is softer. Also, the thinner the asparagus, the more tender.

    ENJOY!
  • sarahTV
    sarahTV Posts: 65 Member
    I just add some sea salt and grill them.... if no grill then the oven would do ;)

    ditto, we eat grilled asparagus about 5 nights a week...the kids love it and say they are eating "tall trees" :laugh:
  • BrianJLamb
    BrianJLamb Posts: 239 Member
    Hold your nose when you pee!!!

    And I vote for the Foreman option. Nonstick spray it, cook it up, a little salt and pepper, and a dash of olive oil.
  • Dmonique85
    Dmonique85 Posts: 112
    I agree, I put it in the oven with olive oil, fresh chopped garlic, s+p and broil it on low, turn over once. It's yummy & tastes grilled.:happy:
  • melbisher
    melbisher Posts: 2
    Olive oil,salt ,pepper and little bit of soy sause and bake for 15 min but leave them still a little crunchy so yummy!!:heart:
  • skynyrdchick
    skynyrdchick Posts: 68
    http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Oven-Roasted-Asparagus/Detail.aspx

    Had it last night and it was SO yum :o)
  • kursejohn
    kursejohn Posts: 25 Member
    Steamed is great and very simple. Broiled in the oven with olive oil and balsamic and sea salt is also tasty. And lastly, raw is also great, especially in a salad or just eaten alone.
  • gmom81158
    gmom81158 Posts: 64 Member
    Steam with a little I can believe its not butter spray and sea salt if needed. Grilled outside or inside de-lish. I like to marinate in FF Kraft zesty Italian at times. I add it to omelettes, casseroles, soups- LOVE this stuff anyway but canned. LOL
  • cdino
    cdino Posts: 29 Member
    I also put mine in the oven...400 degrees for about 15 minutes. I put balsamic vinegrette or italian dressing (reg. or light) on it before baking...It is one of my favorites and I have eaten the whole bunch! Love the Forman grill idea, I have never tried it but I will!
  • lyla29
    lyla29 Posts: 3,549 Member
    Hold your nose when you pee!!!

    :laugh: so true
  • RunHardBeStrong
    RunHardBeStrong Posts: 33,069 Member
    The grilled/baked with olive oil is super yummy but so is wrapping 5-6 stems in a piece of turkey bacon then bake it. So good!!
  • jb_sweet_99
    jb_sweet_99 Posts: 856 Member
    My fave way to cook it is to wash them and bend till they break naturally, then put them on a cookie sheet and put olive oil on them, turning to coat with sea salt and bake them in the oven...soooo tasty, I've eaten a whole bunch like this with chicken before cause it's so yummy...when I take em out of the oven I put them on paper towel (and cover with paper towel) to get off any excess oil. Good luck!
  • jb_sweet_99
    jb_sweet_99 Posts: 856 Member
    The grilled/baked with olive oil is super yummy but so is wrapping 5-6 stems in a piece of turkey bacon then bake it. So good!!

    I've never tried that, but it sounds fantastic! I'm so going to try that, thanks :wink:
  • LizzetteRamirez
    LizzetteRamirez Posts: 26 Member
    Hold your nose when you pee!!!

    So, so funny!!:laugh:
  • 1ofthegang
    1ofthegang Posts: 76 Member
    I bake it with lemon. Yum! Squeeze a whole lemon over them and then throw the lemon wedges right in the pan and bake it.
  • ppais35
    ppais35 Posts: 4 Member
    Grilled on a pan with some olive oil spray, u can toss some basil and parsley. Toss it up in the pan until your fork goes thrue - Its delish - stays crispy - yummy!! BON APPETITe
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