Asparagus Bundles Recipe (2024)

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How many asparagus per bundle? ›

When choosing asparagus, look for spears that are very green with full, tightly closed tips. Avoid any that look limp or that have very open tips. In general, the thinner the asparagus the more tender it will be. There are approximately 14 to 18 stalks per pound bunch and this is enough to serve a family of 4 or 5.

Ratio: A half pound of asparagus will serve one person modestly. There are 15 to 20 medium-size asparagus stalks in a pound. You will need 6 to 10 medium-size stalks to serve one person, 4 to 6 large stalks to serve one person.

It is not necessary to trim asparagus. On some spears, especially fresh, pencil-thin stalks, the woody ends may tenderize once cooked. But on larger stalks, the ends of the asparagus are often woody and dense—Which makes them difficult to chew, no matter how soft the asparagus is after cooking.

One pound of asparagus will yield 4 one-half cup servings, about 6 spears per serving. Wash asparagus thoroughly in cool, running water. Eat asparagus raw or lightly boil, steam, stir-fry, or grill. Overcooked asparagus will be mushy.

A bunch contains as many or as few spears as either the grower or the seller choose to put in the bunch. It could be as few as 6 but could also be as many as 12 or more. I think that some growers will 'grade' bunches by weight so you may get less thick spears than thin ones in a bunch.

Can you eat too much asparagus? There are no known side effects of eating too much asparagus, but in large quantities, the fiber in the vegetable may cause diarrhea, gas, or bloating.

You can store the leftovers in the refrigerator for 3 days. You can make roasted asparagus ahead of time, and reheat them in a 425°F oven for a few minutes. Avoid using a microwave since it will make them soggy.

Five asparagus spears or 80g of asparagus counts as one portion towards your five-a-day. Read our five-a-day infographic and discover cheap ways to reach your five-a-day.

Because of its high fiber content, asparagus can cause flatulence, stomach cramps, and gastric upset in some people. Asparagus contains asparagusic acid that may break down to sulfurous compounds and lend a funny smell to your urine.

How many asparagus in a bundle? ›

A bunch of asparagus typically weighs between ½ and 1 pound. In my experience, most grocery store bunches weigh ¾ pound. If you don't have a kitchen scale, you can estimate the weight based on the size of the spears. Per pound of untrimmed asparagus, expect 30 to 40 thin, 20 to 30 standard, or 12 to 18 large spears.

Asparagus Bushel 24 lbs. Bunch 1.5 - 2 lbs.

Asparagus is safe and non-toxic for dogs to eat. It contains many health benefits—asparagus is high in fiber and packed with antioxidants, and it's low in fat and sugar. Plus, it contains nutrients like: B-complex vitamins.

Asparagus plants will need plenty of space in the coming years so lay them out at a distance of 45cm (18") apart.

A good rule of thumb is to plant 25 asparagus plants for a family of four. You may want more if you plan to freeze some for the winter. Since you're planting only once, choose a well-drained garden spot that gets plenty of sun for your permanent asparagus bed.

A bunch of asparagus typically weighs between ½ and 1 pound. In my experience, most grocery store bunches weigh ¾ pound. If you don't have a kitchen scale, you can estimate the weight based on the size of the spears. Per pound of untrimmed asparagus, expect 30 to 40 thin, 20 to 30 standard, or 12 to 18 large spears.

An established plant should produce about 10 spears per season. After the harvesting period, shoots should be left to grow into tall ferny plants over the rest of the summer. Then simply cut them down to the ground in autumn, and they will re-sprout in spring, ready for harvesting again.