1. Sautéed Good King Henry – This simple dish is a delicious way to enjoy one of spring’s first vegetables. Simply sauté the leaves and stems in butter, garlic, and olive oil until soft. The result is a flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with roasted meats.
2. Good King Henry Soup – A creamy soup made with the leaves and stems of Good King Henry, this comforting dish is sure to please. To make it, simmer chopped onion, celery, potatoes, carrots and garlic in vegetable broth until tender before adding the Good King Henry and blending until smooth.
3. Good King Henry Frittata – This egg-based dish makes great use of Good King Henry, as its flavor and texture stands up nicely to being cooked. To make this frittata, cook chopped onion and garlic in olive oil until soft before adding the Good King Henry leaves and stems. Pour beaten eggs over the vegetables and bake until set.
4. Good King Henry Pesto – Replace traditional basil with Good King Henry in this delicious pesto recipe. Simply blend blanched Good King Henry leaves and stems with toasted pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil and salt until smooth. Use it as a sauce for pasta, spread on sandwiches or as a dip.
5. Good King Henry Salad – Turn Good King Henry into a tasty salad by blanching the leaves and stems before chopping them up and adding them to a bowl of mixed greens. Drizzle with your favorite vinaigrette and serve as an appetizer or side dish.