The quarter, short for quarter dollar, is a United States coin worth 25 cents, one-fourth of a dollar. It has a diameter of .955 inches (24.26 mm) and a thickness of .069 inches (1.75 mm). The coin sports the profile of George Washington on its obverse, and its reverse design has changed frequently.
Asparagus is a commonly eaten vegetable in many parts of the world and is well known for its unique, savory taste. Asparagus ranks among the top 20 foods in regards to ANDI score (Aggregate Nutrient Density Index), which measures vitamin, mineral and phytonutrient content in relation to the caloric content. To earn a high ANDI rank, food must provide a high amount of nutrients for a small amount of calories. This MNT Knowledge Center feature is part of a collection of articles on the health benefits of popular foods.
1 Bring the water to a full boil. 2  Place the asparagus spears in the boiling water. 3  Once the water returns to a boil, cook for 5 minutes. 4  If you wish, use a microwave-safe cooking dish to boil asparagus in the microwave.5  Fill the cooking dish with 1/4 cup water, then add the spears and place the lid on the dish.his is a common way to quickly cook asparagus to perfection and serve it cold in salads or as a luncheon side dish. If you'd prefer to serve the asparagus warm, skip the ice water bath. Here's how to blanch asparagus: 1  Boil a large pot of water and 2 teaspoons of salt.