Chicory (Cichorium intybus) is a multipurpose hardy perennial herb: In the garden, it gives off a fragrance of fresh field greens; in the kitchen, its young bittersweet basal leaves — rich in iron, ...

Chicory is a leafy vegetable that looks like lettuce but tastes more bitter. It is a hearty cool-weather crop that can bring an earthy bite to salads, stir-fries, and other dishes during fall and ...

Chicory is a flowering plant of the dandelion family, Asteraceae, identified by its tough stem and blue and purple flowers. While the flowers and leaves can be used, it’s the plant’s root that is most ...