White Asparagus from Les Landes (France), Case or bunch

Organically grown white asparagus from Indre-et-Loire region, France. 

Asparagus officinalis are growing in a sandy soil which is pushed by hand over the asparagus as it grows out of the ground. Hiding them from the sun make them keep their white color and avoid them from turning green.

steamed and consumed warm or at room temperature with a strong mustard vinaigrette or hollandaise sauce is the French way. Steam or boil for 6 to 7 minutes until tender after peeling them.