Roasted Asparagus with Mushrooms and Sunflower Seeds

Roasted Asparagus with Mushrooms and Sunflower Seeds

’tis the season for asparagus, asparagus and more asparagus.  Even though our 30-year old bed seems to be dwindling we still get our fill for a week or two.  When I have more than we care to eat in one day I will cook it in some veggie broth for a few minutes then puree it for the freezer and future soup making. Yesterday for lunch we had it oven roasted with mushrooms, garlic and sunflower seeds. Here’s the recipe: 1 pound or more sliced...

Quick and Easy Spring Meal

Judy and I enjoyed a great light meal last night that was mostly from the garden – a salad with a side of roasted asparagus. The roasted asparagus recipe: Preheat oven to 400 degrees.  Wash & dry asparagus spears after removing woody ends.  In a large bowl pour in 1-2 T. olive oil,  mash in 1-2 crushed cloves garlic, 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt & freshly ground pepper.  Toss in asparagus spears & gently mix until well coated.  Place on a greased...

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