Prepare asparagus to perfection: Here's how

Preparation of asparagus

• First cut off the woody end of the asparagus spears (approx. 2 cm) with a knife. Then peel the spears down to the head.

• Bring 2 liters of water to the boil in a large pan with two lemon slices, a teaspoon of sugar and a teaspoon of salt.

• Tie the asparagus spears together with kitchen string and place in the pan. Cook for 12 - 15 minutes.

Now the delicious asparagus can be served in the classic way with butter and breadcrumbs, hollandaise sauce or a little more creatively on savory waffles or wrapped in a hearty pancake.

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