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Spring is in full swing and so is fresh spring produce!
The two items that create the most buzz among chefs by far are definitely
Ramps and Morel Mushrooms.
Many ask months in advance about ramps, or wild leeks, and its arrival is a
sure sign of this great season. This wild veggie has to be flown in; it grows
naturally and in abundance in the east coast, mainly Michigan and West
Virginia (Virginians even hold an annual "Ramp Romp" to celebrate). Similar in
appearance to a scallion, it has four to six inches of slender white stalk that |
tastes like a blend of onion, leek, and garlic, while its leafy green tops are milder in flavor but tender and succulent. Use
them in anything you would normally use onion or garlic in to create a unique flavor base that will surely kick things up a
notch. They pair particularly well with cream-based sauces, mushrooms, potatoes, fresh herbs, and eggs.
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