This vegetable can be used many different ways, but a warm asparagus gratin is a perfect for the chill of early spring. Find more recipes at Chatelaine.com

Asparagus gratin recipe

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A spin on your usual pasta salads! This time, try it without the noodles – long strands of zucchini are the perfect substitute.

Avocado-pesto pasta salad

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Make the most of the season's produce. This spicy corn recipe is a great dressing or side for a summery dinner. Get the recipe at Chatelaine.com

Masala corn recipe

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Add a little extra colour and spice to your homemade salsa tonight with fresh corn and jalapenos. Get this salsa recipe and more at Chatelaine.com

Corn and pepper salsa recipe

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Creamed corn is a whole new ball game when made fresh at home. Get our creamed corn recipe at Chatelaine.com

Creamed corn recipe

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Asparagus gratin

Avocado-pesto 'pasta' salad

Masala corn

Corn and pepper salsa

Creamed corn