Nicklaus Kruesel, four, samples his mother Jessica Kruesel's Bay Side Scallops entree. Wisconsinites don't have to wait until summer to get the best of vegetables and fruit.
Spring is the best time to take advantage of fresh asparagus and morel mushrooms.
The peak season for both asparagus and morels in the area is March through June. But as spring approaches, retailers carry fresh morels at a more affordable price and the higher price tag may be worth the unique taste they offer. They stand out from others in the mushroom family because of their smoky, earthy or nutty taste. When purchasing these mushrooms keep in mind the darker the color of the cap, the stronger the flavor. Morels can be purchased fresh, canned or dried.