I have enjoyed entering county fairs over the past 40 years. My daughter and I have entered the Illinois State fair on a regular basis over the past 9 years, enjoying the competitions. Every year we try to introduce a new recipe for competition. Asparagus is a vegetable that needs to be picked and processed when it is new and tender – typically May or June. The older/fatter the stalks are the more tough and woody they taste.

Canning Applesauce Has Never Been So Easy With This Recipe!