Asparagus

Asparagus is a delicious, nutritious, vegetable high in vitamin K, potassium, tryptophan and other vitamins and minerals. It is a nourishing blood-building tonic that helps reduce arthritic conditions, kidney stones, and build the reproductive system.

To prepare Asparagus, snap off the tough woody ends. Don't cut them, just bend the stalk. It will snap above the woody section. Put the ends in a pot and gently simmer 15 minutes to make a delicious soup stock, or a nourishing tea. Steam the asparagus lightly and serve plain or with a little butter and salt and pepper.

The small stems are wonderful with eggs either in an omelet or mixed with boiled eggs. The nice fat stalks can be roasted by lightly coating with olive oil, salt and pepper and roasting in a 400 degree oven for 15 or 20 minutes.

Enjoy the asparagus now while it's in season. The best way to be sure your nutrition is balanced and you get the broad range of nutrients you need for good health is to take advantage of the fruits and vegetable that are in season at any given time.