Recipe: Andijviestamppot
STAMPPOT MET ANDIJVIE EN SPEKJES – Mashed potatoes with Escarole and Crispy Fried BaconThis is what we ate when VT member djoatlarge came to stay for a cycling trip in our area.Andijvie – escarole, with its fluted leaves is not unlike a lettuce to look at, but it is in fact a member of the chicory family; sometimes referred to as broad or curly leafed endive. It has a slightly bitter taste and is eaten as a salad green, braised, or as in this very typical Dutch recipe.INGREDIENTS400 g (3/4 lb) escarole250 g (1/2 lb) rindless bacon (one thick piece or ready diced)1 kg (2 lbs) floury potato25 g (1 oz; 2 tbsp.) buttermilk to mixsalt and freshly ground black pepperPREPARATIONWash and drain the escarole, shred finely and set aside.Dice the bacon and fry until crisp, set aside and reserve the fat.Peel and quarter the potatoes and put in a large pan with just enough water to cover. Bring to the...
