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" For children, dandelions are good for one thing: making wishes by blowing off the fluffy white tufts. For adults, dandelions are good for something much more practical: eating \u2014 especially before they flower, when the young leaves are perfectly tender. Where: Dandelion greens can be found almost anywhere, but it&amp;#039;s best to get them from a trusted farmer rather than a yard or roadside knoll where someone may have sprayed chemicals, pesticides or herbicides. They are available across the country. When: January through May. What to Look For: Vibrant color, thin stems and perky leaves. Flavor Profile: Bitter, peppery and very green. Health Benefits: The leaves are packed with vitamin A, vitamin K and calcium. They are also believed to reduce swelling and inflammation. How to Eat Them: Try dandelion greens raw in a salad with rich ingredients like goat cheese, bacon or eggs. Briefly grill them to mellow out their bitterness and pair them with sweet-and-savory pancetta-wrapped figs. Saut\u00E9 or braise them as you would spinach. Or include them in your next green juice for a delightful kick. "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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