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Asparagus

/əˈspɛrəɡəs/
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(noun) Any of various perennial plants of the genus Asparagus having leaflike stems, scalelike leaves, and small flowers.

How many minutes shall I boil this frozen asparagus?
You can still get asparagus in the winter.
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I love to eat fresh grilled ____ with a little bit of lemon and salt.

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