Spring Garlic Hollywood, California

Spring Garlic
Hollywood, California

Garlic is such a staple in our kitchens that we sometimes take it for granted. In spring, however, with the Hollywood farmers' market full of young, green garlic at every turn, we pause to acknowledge just how special this allium is.

Young, fresh garlic can be found throughout the market these days. In its earlier stage, mild-tasting spring garlic resembles a scallion or leek. As the plant matures, it starts to form cloves and the flavor becomes stronger. We love cooking with these fresh bulbs and stems, which are delightfully crisp and fragrant. When buying, look for plump, tight bulbs and green – not yellowed – stems. Spring garlic does not keep like dry garlic; store in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to a week.

• NY Times Sunday Magazine: How To Cook with Green Garlic

• For more information on the Hollywood farmers' market and other Los Angeles area markets, visit Farmernet.com

(Images: Emily Ho)

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we're getting it in our csa box and i love it.

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posted by EmmieB on May 11th 2009 at 12:20pm
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we get so much of these in our csa box... can't keep up. any ideas on how to use lots of them???

posted by amandamae on May 11th 2009 at 1:17pm
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Make garlic chicken! You know, something reminiscent of the ubiquitous 40 Cloves of Garlic Chicken ( http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Chicken-with-40-Cloves-of-Garlic-105502 ). Or roast them wrapped in aluminum foil with some olive oil, smash, and freeze in ice cube trays for future use.

Fresh garlic is wonderful!

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posted by eprewitt on May 11th 2009 at 1:50pm
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