Asparagus Season Is Over

Well it has happened again. Asparagus season has come and is (almost) gone. By the end of June, which is Monday, we won't be finding asparagus at the farmers markets nor will we be able to harvest it from our gardens. Now is the time to let it keep growing and nourish itself for next year. If the harvest were to continue, the plant would be so stressed-out there wouldn't be any stems for next year. I love eating asparagus raw - straight from the garden. You've never had anything so fresh. It is actually soft, (al dente) and sweet. The five to six week season isn't long enough for me. I feel like a Cub fan when my favorite fruits and vegetables are no longer producing. You know....things are going along so well and then there is nothing. Wait until next year!