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Radicchio Tip: Cooking radicchio tames its bite! The milder, cooked flavor blends well in sautés, pastas, risotto, pizza and much more. |
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Salad Tip: Radicchio pairs well with these flavors for a perfect salad: fruit, nuts, gorgonzola cheese, olive oil, balsamic vinegar and bacon. |
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Preparation Tip: To control radicchio's flavor soak leaves for 10 minutes in cold water before using. |
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Bigger is Fresher
With radicchio, size is a measure of freshness. A small, dry head of radicchio has had a long, hard life; it’s small now because it’s been trimmed time and again to keep it looking good. Royal Rose radicchio is a big, firm head with dark leaves, bright white ribs and a fresh texture. It’s fresher because it’s grown in California, and its journey from field to market – and then to your table – is much shorter.
Buying Tips
Here are some tips about selecting a fresh head of radicchio in the produce aisle:
- Look for dark red to purple leaves with small white veins.
- Select tight, firm radicchio heads that feel heavy for their size.
- Avoid very small heads (less than 1/2 pound) – they’re old.
- Avoid heads that are pointed, misshapen or ones with loose leaves.
The Royal Rose™ brand means that this radicchio is the freshest available, packed to order and rushed from the field to the market in time for you to enjoy it at its peak.