Chicory Escarole [ FAST ✦ ]

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

: Unlike lettuce, which turns to mush when heated, escarole has "secret sugars" that emerge during cooking, causing it to mellow and sweeten under fire. 🎨 How to "Paint" with Chicory chicory escarole

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. : A splash of balsamic or lemon juice