Article: In season: watercress.(February In the West)(Brief article)

A member of the mustard family, watercress has a pleasingly pungent flavor and crisp texture. Hydroponic kinds, grown in nutrient-rich water, have larger leaves and a milder flavor. Here are a few of our favorite uses.

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SALAD Add watercress sprigs for peppery flavor and crunch.

SOUP Blanch watercress for 10 seconds in boiling water, then whirl it in a food processor with cooked ...

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