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Ragged Jack Kale: The Ornamental, Sweet, and Resilient Heirloom of Winter Gardens
Ingredients  /  December 12, 2025
by Scott Stokes

Ragged Jack Kale: The Ornamental, Sweet, and Resilient Heirloom of Winter Gardens

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Did You Know?

Ingredient Pairings

Walnuts and blue cheese create a delightful contrast of flavors and textures. The buttery and nutty taste of walnuts complements the sharp and tangy flavor of blue cheese, resulting in a delicious combination used in salads and cheese platters.

Food Facts

The world's most expensive spice is saffron, which comes from the delicate threads of the crocus flower. It takes about 75,000 saffron blossoms to produce one pound of saffron threads.

Cooking Tips

To prevent the skin of roasted chicken or turkey from becoming too dark, tent the bird with aluminum foil halfway through the cooking process. This helps to prevent over-browning.

Ingredient Spotlight

Quinoa is a nutritious grain-like seed that is gluten-free and packed with protein. It has a nutty flavor and a light, fluffy texture. Quinoa can be used as a base for salads, added to soups, or served as a side dish.

Foraging Facts

Wild berries, such as blackberries, raspberries, and blueberries, are abundant in many regions and can be found in forests, fields, or even your own backyard. Before foraging, make sure to identify the edible berries and be aware of any potential hazards, such as thorny bushes or poisonous look-alikes.

Baking Hacks

If you don't have a rolling pin for rolling out dough, you can use a wine bottle or a smooth glass bottle as a substitute. Just make sure it's clean and free of any residues.

Culinary Terms

Tempering is the process of slowly raising the temperature of one ingredient, usually eggs or chocolate, by gradually adding a hot liquid. This prevents the ingredient from curdling or seizing.

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