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Tue, Nov 27, 12 at 20:15
| Prime broccoli time is coming now. This head is a day or two past what I consider ideal, but it tasted just fine. It cooked to a very dark green and was very tasty (steamed). This variety is called Thompson. It's my first time growing this variety and I'm glad that I did. |
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- Posted by happy_fl_gardener 9a, near DeLand (My Page) on Tue, Nov 27, 12 at 20:21
| These are my bluewind broccoli plants, in the front. These plants grow large. As you can see, I have a LOT of broccoli leaves I could use but I also have a lot of different kinds of kale so I really don't need them, that is, unless someone comes up with a good idea. Does anyone know if they make good "chips"? Christine |
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| Very pretty Christine! :-) Tom |
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- Posted by carolb_w_fl 9/10 coastal (My Page) on Wed, Nov 28, 12 at 9:57
| Nice! I always use broccoli leaves as well as the tops - I think the younger leaves taste much better than kale - usually more tender as well. My fave is to saute chopped broccoli tops, stems & leaves w/ some olive oil, garlic, onions & carrots & serve over pasta w/ parmesan or romano cheese. I season w/ some hot pepper flakes or hot ground chiles. |
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- Posted by happy_fl_gardener 9a, near DeLand (My Page) on Wed, Nov 28, 12 at 20:32
| Thanks Tom and Carol. Carol, thanks for the recipe. I have carrots ready to eat from the garden too, so this recipe will be a great help. Christine |
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