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( Cichorium intybus )
 
 
Description
 
The Chicory belongs to the family of Compositae. The seed is a small obovalpyramid
shaped achene . The growing time of Chicory sprouts is about 7/8 days.
 
Properties
 
Chicory sprouts are rich in minerals and vitamins C, K and P. They have tonic and
digestive properties.
 
Use
 
Chicory sprouts are eaten in mixed salads. For their sharply bitter taste, which
some may find unpleasant, they are recommended to be eaten together with other
sprouts varieties.
 
One of the many recipes
 

Misticanza of wild herbs roasted bacon cubes and chicory sprouts
- 300 gr misticanza of wild herbs (common dandelion, field poppy and the most
tender types of thistle)
- 50 gr bacon
- 30 gr chicory sprouts
- 10 gr red vinegar
- 50 gr toasted cubed bread
- Salt & pepper
Put the wild herbs and sprouts in a big salad bowl. Roast the bacon in a frying pan
and steam with red vinegar. Adjust with salt and pepper.
Pour this mix, still hot, on the misticanza and serve with toasted cubed bread.
 
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