On Jan 9, 7:28�pm, merryb > wrote:
> Altho we don't eat a lot of it, it has it's place. I was wondering how
> you prepare it for eating- I peel off the outside leaves, and then cut
> off a chunk (yeah, I know about the knife thing). Then I cut it up- I
> never realized that I never wash it..I tried, but the water doesn't
> shake off well- it needs to be spinned or drained a long time. What
> say you? Do I need a fire retardant apron for this post?
> Ready!

I like iceberg for its texture. The classic iceberg salad is a large
cut wedge with a few tomato wedges and international orange bottled
French dressing. It's also good finely shredded for it's crisp
texture. I don't think people eat any lettuce for nutrition other
than fiber.

I also wash and eat the outer leaves, they're good for sandwiches.
The inner portion doesn't really need washing as most all iceberg is
hydroponically grown.