Janet Bostwick said...

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> "Andy" > wrote in message
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>> Fat or skinny?
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>> I thought pencil asparagus were best but the regular have more flavor.
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>> Andy
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> I've always chosen the fat stalks and like them the best. It's
> interesting that McGee says he had less issue with fiber in the fat
> stalks. Janet


Janet,

I don't mind asparagus outer threads (softer after cooking) with a sharp
knife, any more than I mind raw outer celery threads. If that makes a lick
o' sense!

Best,

Andy