varieties are heirlooms that go back to the
16th century.
Miscellaneous Leafy Greens
Here are notes on a select handful of the many
other greens that find their way to the table.
Amaranth Amaranth (species of
Amaranthus), sometimes called Chinese
spinach and other names, has been enjoyed
since ancient times in both Europe and Asia.
Its tender, earthy-flavored leaves are rich in
vitamin A, but also in oxalates: two to three
times more than spinach, for example. Boiling
in copious water will remove some of them.
Grape Leaves Grape leaves are best known in
pickled form as the wrappers for Greek
dolmades. They are more delicate and
delicious when blanched fresh. Grape leaves
are distinctly tart from their large store of