Ingredient Information

Flat Leaf Parlsey

In most markets you will find two parsleys to choose from. The flat-leaf or Italian parsley is not as common as the Curly Parsley. It has a stronger, spicier flavor than the ubiquitous curly-leaf variety. Both add a bright, fresh taste to recipes. Flat leaf parsley holds up a little better with prolonged heating.

Use it in recipes where the herb will be cooked with other ingredients. The flavor of curly parsley is softer, tends to lose its flavor much faster so it’s best to add it near the end of recipes.