How to Buy Asparagus

I know it’s spring when I start seeing healthy and fresh asparagus popping up at all the local farmers market. Yum. Crisp, slightly sweet and a green grassy-like flavor, fresh asparagus is perfect steamed, sauteed or even just grilled. It requires hardly any meddling to taste amazing, but lemon, olive oil and salt never hurt. Watch this video to find out how to pick the perfect bunch of asparagus.