Chicory Escarole [ DELUXE ]

: A splash of balsamic or lemon juice acts as a chemical "mute" for the bitterness, letting the nutty flavors shine.

: These are the tough, dark green "sentinels." They are the most bitter and chewy, making them perfect for long-simmered soups like Italian Wedding Soup . chicory escarole

If you are looking to create an interesting culinary piece, treat escarole as a canvas for : : A splash of balsamic or lemon juice

Visually, escarole is a trickster. It looks like a sturdy head of romaine or green leaf lettuce , but its leaves are thicker, wavier, and far more resilient. but its leaves are thicker