March 23, 2026
Eating fruits and vegetables that are in season is a simple way to enjoy better flavor and freshness. Seasonal produce is harvested at the right time, which often means it tastes better and retains more nutrients. It’s also typically more affordable due to greater availability.
Spring Produce:
- Apples
- Asparagus
- Blackberries
- Broccoli
- Cabbage
- Carrots
- Kale
- Kiwi
- Lettuce
- Mushrooms
- Peas
- Radishes
- Spinach
- Strawberries
- Swiss Chard
Information gathered & adapted from:
https://snaped.fns.usda.gov/resources/nutrition-education-materials/seasonal-produce-guide
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One Pot Asparagus &
Mushroom Pasta
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound of pasta, uncooked (penne or bow ties)
- 1 pound mushrooms, sliced
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 shallot, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups of water
- 1 bunch of asparagus, cut into bite size pieces
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2/3 cup milk of your choice
- 2/3 cup parmesan cheese
Directions
- In a large skillet on medium heat, add oil, uncooked pasta, mushrooms, garlic, shallot, salt, pepper, and water.
- Bring to a boil and cook for 6 minutes, making sure to stir often to prevent sticking.
- Add asparagus and cook for about 3 minutes. Stirring often.
- Add butter and milk to pan. Turn down heat to low. Cook for an additional 4 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
- Once the sauce is thick and the pasta is cooked thoroughly (texture is al dente), add parmesan cheese. Stir and enjoy.
Note: this can taste even better by adding some lemon juice or zest before serving.
Recipe makes: 4 servings
Nutrition Information:
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Recipe adapted from:
One Pot Asparagus Mushroom Pasta Recipe By Masterchef Billy
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