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Kohlrabi for the Novice
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ready In: 25 Minutes
Servings: 4
This recipe is from the Sept. 16, 2008 edition of the Living section of our local newspaper, The Democrat & Chronicle (adapted from In Praise of Pecans by June Jackson ). I have never tried kohlrabi, but it has been described as a member of the cabbage family but more mild than its broccoli and cauliflower cousins. The article states pecans and honey accentuate the vegetable's sweet side . I have not cooked this yet but am eager to try it.
Ingredients:
4 kohlrabi, bulbs small, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch strips
1/2 cup carrot, shredded
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons pecans, toasted and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh-squeezed
1/4 teaspoon lemon zest, finely grated
1 tablespoon chives, snipped
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Directions:
1. Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the kohlrabi and carrot and cook for five minutes or until kohlrabi is tender.
3. Meanwhile, combine honey, pecans, lemon juice, lemon zest and chives in a small bowl. Stir to mix well and set aside.
4. Drain vegetables and place in a serving bowl.
5. Top with the honey mixture and butter, stirring to combine.
6. Serve immediately.
7. To toast nuts in a skillet: Cook them in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for around seven minutes, turning them occasionally to prevent burning, until they are fragrant and visibly darkened. Then cool completely.
By RecipeOfHealth.com