More than 150 supermarket-friendly recipes present a modern global perspective on the indispensable allium family: leeks, chives, garlic, shallots, scallions, and all types of onions. Recipes feature background notes on using, cultivating, and storing every variety of allium. Sample recipes include Alsatian Tarte Flambee, Chicken with 40 Shallots, Double Onion Tacos, Chive Pesto, Hanukkah Tree- Trimming Latkes, Chinese Pickled Garlic, Buttery Ramps with Poached Eggs, and Grilled Steak with Appalachian Chimichurri.
