The Escoffier series continues with broccoli, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts. I know that's already a non-starter for some folks. I think these preparations will make the willing new fans to these vegetables. You might discover some new ways to approach other vegetables, too. The sky is the...

Cabbage and chicory are today's offerings. I remember how we used escarole on a salmon dish and why that worked so well. Also some ways to cook cabbage that you'll enjoy and which pair well with meats. Escoffier suggests some first steps to cooking chicory for a better result. I offer a couple...

It's slow going but good work. We move into a few more vegetables, including mushrooms, which could be a whole book, and how to prepare mostly any mushroom well. Also discussed is the basic process to make a good vegetable puree. For Escoffier, what seems plain has a few added steps which do...