Peel white asparagus nicely below the head, peel only the lower third of green asparagus and cut off the dry ends.
If asparagus is cooked lying down, cook it for a shorter time so that it does not become too soft and thus fibrous. If asparagus is cooked in a pot, it is cooked upright and with the tips sticking out of the water. Just add a little salt to the water. If white asparagus is very bitter, add a piece of white bread or a pinch of sugar to the boil.
Tip: Do not throw away the asparagus peels. If you put the peels in cold water and simmer well covered for 14 minutes, you get an aromatic base for soups and sauces
