Asparagus

Sautéed asparagus, pancetta and rocket tossed in pasta with rocket and lemon juice make a simple flavourful dinner with minimal cooking. I often use spaghetti for this and you can substitute any pasta. Serve with grated parmesan if liked.

Recipe by: Asiangirl

Asparagus is a wonderful flavour when cooked from fresh; this soup recipe also uses yoghurt, lemon and Parmesan cheese to create a rich and enjoyable meal.

Recipe by: nanook

This barbecue recipe is delicious when asparagus is in season during the spring and summer months. Well worth the effort!

Recipe by: DJFoodie

This is an easy light supper, perfect for when asparagus is in season.

Recipe by: S. Butters

At first this seems like a strange combination but the recipe works with the smoky salmon, crunchy pecans and fresh peas and lettuce is a tart Dijon and lemon dressing.

Recipe by: MOMMYBENNETT

This is a simple dish that is so delicious! A one-pot wonder that takes advantage of nice fresh asparagus and peas.

Recipe by: Jessica

If you've been boiling asparagus I urge you to change your ways. Asparagus is best oven roasted with crispy parmesan and good balsamic vinegar.

Recipe by: Kimber

The two best ways to cook asparagus are either to roast it or pan fry it as in this recipe which uses fresh crushed garlic. Delectable as a side dish.

Recipe by: Kim

Serve the dressed asparagus alone as a first course, or as a luxurious vegetable accompaniment.

Recipe by: Lynn Cole

A rich source of B vitamins and protein, ham is surprisingly low in fat. The sodium content can be quite high, however, but reduced-sodium hams are available.

Recipe by: Janet Mitchell