Asparagus salad

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Asparagus: The Classic Sign of Spring That Can Stand Up to Some Heat
Most of us are used to eating asparagus spears steamed. But when you blast the stalks with high heat (think from a 400-plus-degree oven), their sharp flavor mellows, and they turn slightly sweet. Goat cheese and lemon zest add richness and zing.

Get the recipe: Roasted Asparagus Salad with Goat Cheese and Bread Crumbs