Line the asparagus up on a cutting board so that the tips are equal and then cut off the bottom ½ to 1 inch of the bottom of the spears so they are all the same length. Trimming your asparagus removes the woodiest part of the stalk and helps you create spears that are all equal length. How do you peel and trim asparagus to prepare it for cooking? https://www.kitchentreaty.com/how-to-cook-asparagus-3-different-ways