Its fiber content makes it a laxative too. Way to Store Keep asparagus cold and humid. Refrigerate in a plastic bag. If they are limp when you're ready to use them, break off the stem ends and standing them upright in cold water for an hour, to make them firm again. Choose green spears with closed, compact tips.
Open tips are an indication that the asparagus are over-mature.
Avoid spears whose stems ends look dry. The stalks should be straight, firm, and brightly colored. Onstad, D. 1996. From NY Farms is a new series of informational press releases from Cornell Cooperative Extension, designed to help consumers choose New York fruits and vegetables in season and incorporate them into a healthy diet. Please inquire about local growers who may provide these seasonal fruits and vegetables in your area.