The creature is legendary in Illinois, with many frantic reports coming from the area. Over the course of 28 years, the Police Chief of Saline County recalled personally receiving over 50 reports of this strange animal. Some conspiracy theorist believe that the creature was crafted by scientists working for the government, then intentionally released in the area. Others believe the Tuttle Bottoms Monster may actually be a relict population of a prehistoric anteater species. If you are not familiar with black garlic, allow me to introduce you to this fantastic adaption of garlic in this highly addictive condiment. Black garlic is regular garlic that has been exposed to low heat repeatedly over a period of time, doubling the antioxidants and pumping up the amino acids, without carmelizing it or losing any of the health benefits of garlic. Thankfully, spring has some of the best fresh produce options. In season asparagus is fantastic, so I picked up a few bunches and made this delicious side dish with dinner tonight. Roasted asparagus manages to be buttery and savory with very little tweaking. If you don't like asparagus, try it this way, and I'm sure it will change your mind.