Break off
the tough ends of each stalk.
Trim
the tough ends of the stalks; peel the stalks if desired and cut crosswise into ⅜ - inch - thick slices.
Not exact matches
Trim the broccoli rabe
of any yellow leaves; cut off the
tough ends from the
stalks.
Remove
tough ends of lower
stalks, and wash broccoli thoroughly, cut flowerets and stems into thin slices.
I don't use the very bottom
end of the
stalk as it can be a bit
tough.
4 C finely grated potatoes 1 large, or 2 small, cleaned and finely sliced leeks (remove the outer layer and the
tough leaves at the
end of the
stalk) 6 eggs, whisked with 1/2 C milk or cream 1/4 C Olive oil (a little less is fine too)
Trim and discard top and bottom
ends of each lemongrass
stalk so you have 2 - or 3 - inch pieces
of lemongrass, then peel and discard
tough outer husks.