Can asparagus be steamed?

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TooTicky · 25/06/2006 18:05

I have a book that says it should be boiled but I prefer to steam veg.

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SoupDragon · 25/06/2006 18:06

I thought you were meant to steam it!

trinityrhino · 25/06/2006 18:07

definitely steam it or it's easily overcooked

Twiglett · 25/06/2006 18:07

gawd yes .. delicious

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TooTicky · 25/06/2006 18:11

How long for?

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robinpud · 25/06/2006 18:20

Depends on the thickness of the stems. The tips will cook in a minute or so, but the woody stems will take a few minutes. I just keep tasting...

sobernow · 25/06/2006 18:23

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TooTicky · 25/06/2006 18:27

Ooops, better get it out quick!

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