Spring Cooking — A Working Chef's Guides

Once the cold breaks, the kitchen lightens up. Asparagus, peas, ramps, lemons, soft herbs — most spring dishes come together in 20–30 minutes. Here’s how to cook into that shift.

Spring ingredients to cook with

Spring eggs love asparagus and lemon. Spring chicken wants high heat and herbs. Lemons brighten everything you touch.

Techniques that suit spring cooking

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