How to Keep Asparagus Fresh in the Fridge
Discover the best way to keep asparagus fresh in the fridge for several weeks (or more) at a time!
Equipment
- cutting board
- sharp kitchen knife
- bowl with high walls
Materials
- 1-4 bundles asparagus
- cold water for bottom of bowl
Instructions
- Gather asparagus into bundles and tap the base of each bundles on cutting board to even out ends.
- Use a sharp kitchen knife to trim off tough ends.
- Place trimmed bundles of asparagus in a bowl with high walls.
- Add cold water until there is about 2 inches in the bottom of your bowl.
- Place your "bouquet" of asparagus in the fridge, being sure to avoid the cold spots.
- Replenish water and rinse the base of your asparagus stalks every 7 days.
- Use as you would the freshest of asparagus!
