Article: Getting generous with parsley. (recipes)

Getting generous with parsley

One would do well to occasionally treat parsley with a heavy hand. Most often, lonesome sprigs are used for garnish, but that neglects other qualities of the herb. This member of the carrot family has a mild, pleasant, grassy flavor. It's low in calories (13 in 1/2 cup chopped), yet rich in vitamins C and A, potassium, and iron.

Curly leaf, the most common variety sold in markets, is used in these recipes. Select parsley with dark green color and crisplooking stems--avoid bunches with yellowing or wilting leaves. The size of a bunch varies according to the market and the season, so you need to measure by volume or weight. Three cups ...

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