Salsify roots with bechamel sauce and cooked ham Some say salsify has the subtle, sweet flavor of an oyster. Some say salsify has the flavor of asparagus or artichokes. Salsify is sometimes called “oyster plant”. Salsify can be cooked in many of the same ways as carrots, parsnips, and potatoes. It can be steamed, baked
The peak season for freshly harvested horseradish is early spring and late fall. Horseradish is a long, knobby root—it’s an herb, not a vegetable–that has no aroma until you scratch, cut, or grate it. The pungent odor and the hot taste of horseradish are due to a volatile oil—similar to mustard oil—that is released when
Here’s a short collection of horseradish recipes: Basic Horseradish Makes 1 cup 1 horseradish root ½ cup white or rice vinegar Salt to taste 1. Peel horseradish root and cut into chunks. 2. Place in food processor with half the vinegar (or grate the root by hand). Cover and process until finely minced. 3. Add
Kale, cucumbers, and red onions Kale can be steamed, sautéed, boiled, and simmered. Kale can be tenderized and served in salads or combined with potatoes to make a tasty soup. Kale is a great match with hearty foods such as pork chops, fried catfish, garlicky sausage, and cornbread. A winter vegetable that goes practically undisturbed
There is still plenty of warm weather left in the Southern Hemisphere this month before summer comes to a close in March. That means it is important to water consistently to enhance the final development of fruits and vegetables and to make sure they don’t split in hot weather. Now is the time to place
Snow and ice and freezing temperatures will prevail in cold winter regions this month. Spring is still 8 to 12 weeks away. Cold winter regions include USDA Zones 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 which include the Northeast, Upper Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and the Rocky Mountain, Plains states, and most of Canada. February Indoor Seed Sowing
Here are garden tasks and vegetable and fruit growing suggestions for USDA Zone 8 for February. Snow is possible in Zone 8. Frost and freezing temperatures may threaten at any time during this month. Zone 8 in the United States includes the Mid-South and Pacific Northwest states. Garden Tasks in USDA Zone 8 in February
Lemon juice is an essential flavoring for hollandaise, mayonnaise, egg-lemon soup, for pies, soufflés, cakes, ice cream, and sherbet. A squeeze of lemon juice in the butter for vegetables will add a zesty tang. The acidity of lemon juice acts as a tenderizer in marinades for meat, game, or fish. Use lemon juice or a
Sweet potatoes can be cooked and prepared in just about every way a potato can. Two Types of Sweet Potato There are two main types of sweet potato (although there are more than 400 varieties): one has orange flesh and becomes soft and moist when cooked, and the other has white flesh and becomes relatively
Avocado has a sweet grassy flavor and the texture of butter. Match avocado with mild and subtly flavored partners. Avocado will add richness to a dish. Match avocado with bacon, scallions, tomatoes, basil, red onions, chiles. The recipe here matches avocado with shellfish–lobster and crab. Avocados with SeafoodAuthor Steve AlbertYield 4 servings Adapted from Henri-Paul
