Before Cooking: Just before cooking, wash the broccoli under cold water and separate it into small florets, removing them from the stems and trimming away the thicker branches. Chop the stalks into bite-sized pieces. Broccoli Boiling Instructions: Place the broccoli in boiling water to preserve its juices and vibrant color. Cook fresh broccoli for 5-7 … Read more
Before Cooking: Start by thoroughly washing and scraping the roots of black salsify, then give them another rinse. Boiling Instructions Black Salsify: To infuse its flavor and aroma into a broth, such as for soup, start with black salsify in a small amount of cold water. However, if preparing black salsify as a standalone dish, … Read more
Preparing Beets for Cooking Before Cooking: Begin by washing the beets under cool water and trimming off the roots right before you plan to cook them. Keep the skin on to preserve both the vibrant color and the essential nutrients. Boiling Instructions: Place the beets in a pot with a small amount of cold water. … Read more
BEFORE BOILING: Wash, peel, and trim the tough ends (about 2 cm) of the asparagus just before cooking. HOW TO BOIL Asparagus: For flavor infusion into broth, such as when preparing soup, place asparagus vertically in a pot, possibly tied with cotton thread, in a small amount of cold water. For asparagus as a standalone … Read more