How to cook escarole

Escarole is a bitter green that is part of the endive family. Its bitter flavor is one of its characteristics, but the bitterness is mild. The key to cooking escarole and reducing the bitter flavor is to ensure you do not overcook it. It is a popular ingredient in soup but can be eaten as is, sauteed with some garlic.

Escarole is just as good raw as it is cooked. Here are 18 recipes that show its range.

Utica New York is famous for their escarole in many restaurants. These are just a few of the recipes I learned along the way. Sauteed Escarole is delicious, don't miss trying these delicious greens!

This escarole and beans recipe is the perfect side dish. Leafy escarole is sautéed with beans and garlic. The result is a hearty dish that pairs well with red meat, or eggs, or is a filling dish all on its own.

Escarole and cannellini beans are sautéed in olive oil with garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, and parsley in this rich and creamy concoction.

This Sauteed Escarole recipe provides a slightly sweet taste with an unbelievably silky texture. This Italian side dish is naturally vegan and gluten-free.

Here are the simple steps you take to cook sautéed escarole.

A quick and easy way to enjoy healthy greens, you can't go wrong with spaghetti aglio e olio with escarole tossed in. And best of all this 6 ingredient pasta recipe is ready in about 20 minutes!

Mangia Italiano!

Beans and Greens is a classic Italian recipe that's as delicious and healthy as it is comforting. You'll want to make this again and again!