{"product_id":"organic-white-belgian-endive","title":"Organic White Belgian Endive","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\/Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonality: Jan - Dec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic White Belgian Endive is a slender, tightly packed head of pale, creamy-yellow leaves with a crisp bite and a mild, pleasantly bitter flavor. Also known simply as white endive, Organic White Belgian Endive is a cousin of chicory and one of three main varieties of endive. It is native to Europe (Belgium) and western Asia, and it is also grown in the United States. Each head is narrow and compact, measuring about 6 inches long, with leaves that nest together like a little boat ready to be filled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic White Belgian Endive gets its pale color from a technique known as blanching, in which the endive is grown in complete darkness. Without sunlight, the leaves never turn green, and they develop a gentler bitterness than they would otherwise have. Like most salad greens, Organic White Belgian Endive is very low in calories, and it is a good source of vitamin A and fiber. When selecting Organic White Belgian Endive, look for firm, tightly closed heads with creamy white leaves and pale-yellow tips. Avoid heads that look wilted or have browning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic White Belgian Endive is often served raw, with the leaves sliced into salads for a refreshing crunch or used whole as sturdy, scoop-shaped endive cups for dips, cheeses, and appetizers. Organic White Belgian Endive can also be baked, braised until tender and sweet, or fried. The mild bitterness of Organic White Belgian Endive pairs nicely with citrus, apples, pears, walnuts, blue cheese, and cured meats. To prepare Organic White Belgian Endive, simply trim a thin slice from the base and separate the leaves, or halve the head lengthwise for braising or roasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store Organic White Belgian Endive in the refrigerator crisper drawer, wrapped in a paper towel and placed in a resealable bag, away from light, which can turn the leaves green and bitter. Enjoy within 1 week for optimum quality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Melissas Produce","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46580881031212,"sku":"2514","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0336\/7167\/5948\/files\/image-of-organic-white-belgian-endive-vegetables-1266155491.jpg?v=1793838849","url":"https:\/\/www.melissas.com\/products\/organic-white-belgian-endive","provider":"Melissas Produce","version":"1.0","type":"link"}