Curly endive, or frisee, is my go-to salad green through winter. The frizzy emerald leaves and creamy interior are lightly bitter and sturdy, and add oomph to rich, hearty cold-weather dishes.

Belgian endive has a small, oval, densely packed head. Curly endive is also called frisée. Both Belgian and curly endive work well raw in salads, but hold up to brief cooking.

Frisee, also known as curly endive, is a great alternative leafy green to grow if you want to spice up your salad bowl. The frilly leaves are peppery and crunchy and are best known for salads, but ...

1 head curly endive, torn into bite-size pieces 1/2 cup dried cherries or cranberries In a large skillet, cook andouille sausage over medium-high heat until just beginning to brown, about 3 minutes.

Top row, from left to right: escarole, spinach, curly endive, romaine lettuce, kale. Middle row: watercress, red oak leaf lettuce, oak leaf lettuce, arugula, Belgian endive, chioggia radicchio.

Curly endive and escarole are part of the chicory family (Cichorium endivia). But what's commonly known as Belgian or French endive is actually called Witloof chicory (Cichorium intybus).

Curly endive, or frisee, is my go-to salad green through winter. The frizzy emerald leaves and creamy interior are lightly bitter and sturdy, and add oomph to rich, hearty cold-weather dishes ...

Belgian endive has a small, oval, densely packed head. Curly endive is also called frisée. Both Belgian and curly endive work well raw in salads, but hold up to brief cooking.