Now that the asparagus season is in full swing and I’ve eaten my fill of steamed spears, I’m happy to cook them less reverently.

Asparagus is at its best when it’s home-grown and served with hollandaise.

This is great for serving with drinks instead of a sit-down starter. Using only the tips looks better but I hate waste so I use the whole thing. If you plan to make another asparagus dish – soup or a tart – you could use the tips for this and keep the rest for later.

Taste.com.au Smoked salmon with creamy asparagus and zucchini sauce Taste.com.au Simmer for 4-5 minutes or until vegetables are tender and sauce has thickened slightly. Stir the smoked salmon through the zucchini mixture and cook for ..

The following fruits and vegetables are at their best and cheapest this month. Fruits: Banana Lemon Orange Vegetables: Artichoke Asparagus Beanshoots Beetroot Broccoli Cabbage Cauliflower Cucumber Leek Lettuce Mushrooms Peas Rhubarb Spinach