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How to Prepare Kohlrabi

By Jennifer McGavin, About.com

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What Does Kohlrabi Look Like?

whole kohlrabi

Whole Kohlrabi

Jennifer McGavin

Kohlrabi is a stem that has thickened near the earth. Its leaves are attached in a rosette, like cabbage, but may be removed in the store.

Small kohlrabi are very tender, but large ones, like this one shown here, can be tasty, too. After the first frost they develop more sweetness.

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