Spigarello

"Spigarello" or sprouting broccoli is native to Southern Italy and is very popular throughout Europe. Here in Marin, Jesse Kuhn is growing this really tasty green at his farm Marin Roots near Pt. Reyes Station in west marin. The flavor is tangy, similar to kale but with an intense broccoli flavor. You'll find it on my menu under small plates sauteed with garlic and foraged chanterelle and hen of the woods mushrooms. You can find Jesse at the farmer's market in marin on both Thursdays and Sundays.