There are several varieties of chicory that are ideal for forcing in winter for tender, blanched heads. To do this, buy dormant plants in pots in the autumn - in November, cut back growth leaving ...

Chicory is available throughout the winter months. Choose chicory with crisp, fresh-looking leaves that are springy to the touch and tightly packed; there should be no sign of insect damage. Once ...

Some people avoid chicory because of its bitterness. This can be reduced in two ways. The first option involves soaking the vegetable in a solution of water with salt or lemon. Cut the chicory in ...

Remove the more fibrous stalks from the watercress. Separate the leaves of the chicory. Cut the apples into quarters, remove the core with a sharp knife and slice some into thin wedges and others ...

Drain on a paper towel and reserve. Toss chicory with Caesar dressing and adjust seasoning to taste with salt and pepper. In a second bowl, combine parsley leaves, lemon juice and zest ...