Asparagus is in season in Seattle farmers markets from April-July. Preserve asparagus for use throughout winter by canning, pickling, freezing or drying. Canned and pickled asparagus can be served as part of a relish tray or in salads. Frozen asparagus can be used in favorite recipes calling for fresh asparagus. Dried asparagus can be reconstituted in soups and stews and many other recipes. This article offers a brief overview of the methods for preserving asparagus. What foods are you preserving this year? last year? Canning asparagus. As with all plain vegetables, you must preserve asparagus using a pressure canner. Pressure canning asparagus spears or 1-inch pieces produces a...
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