Wild Sorrel: A Taste of Spring
We have had our share of mornings with freezing temperatures & ice in our bird bath (yes, even in central Florida), but the signs of spring on the way are evident again: longer daylight hours, trees budding out & wild sorrel emerging through patches of dry dead grass by the fences and among the other weeds trying to grow inbetween rows of baby lettuces & arugula. I have always been curious about wild edibles & when a chef friend/customer of mine asked if I grew sorrel for market, I told him I wasn't but had seen it growing wild on my farm. I decided it was time to gather some & cook something with it. I searched the internet and all my herb books & chose to try a sauce. I adapted the recipe to fit the ingredients I had on hand & spooned it over tilapia, and steamed carrots. I was skeptical until I had a bite. I really couldn't imagine how good it ...