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Default Favorite veggie?

James Silverton wrote:
> Melba's wrote on Sat, 04 Apr 2009 15:31:48 -0500:
>
>>> For me, it's a toss up between Asparagus and Artichokes.
>>> Followed by Swiss Chard, Spinach and Bok Choy.

>
>> I like most. There's really only one I balk at.

>
>> Turnips and rutabagas don't *sound* appealing to me but they
>> don't taste so bad. Never had mustard greens or a couple
>> others of the 'to cook' greens.

>
> I've had an Indian dish involving turnips that was quite good. It was a
> real surprise to like it considering my usual tastes. The slight
> sweetness of the turnip complemented the mild spices but I forget its
> name. It might have been Masala Shalgam or Shalgam Korma. There is also
> a mutton and turnip stew and most Indian turnip recipes are from the
> north, Punjab.


Hmmm. If I saw such a thing, I might just have to try it.

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