jmcquown wrote:
> Not only does it bug me I can't find anything but broccoli crowns because I
> definitely use the stalks in cream of or cheese broccoli soup... but what do
> they do with the stalks?
>
> I also don't need broccoli (or cauliflower) cut into florets *for me*. If I
> want florets I'll buy a bag of frozen florets. Otherwise, I know how to
> wield a knife. I don't need someone working in the produce aisle to cut my
> vegetables for me *and* charge me a buck extra for doing so!
>
> Convenience? Since when is it convenient to spend an extra dollar? It
> takes maybe 1 minute, okay, two if I'm having a bad day, to cut florets from
> the stalk. Oooh, I just wasted 2 minutes! Dang, better pay a dollar more
> for that!
>
> And does anyone actually *buy* broccoflower? It's this weird cross between
> broccoli and cauliflower and the shade is slightly this side of a
> flourescent green highlighter; bordering close on chartreuse. All in all a
> rather unattractive looking vegetable. But maybe it tastes good. The
> appearance just puts me off.
>
> Jill
>
>

We use the stalks too and broccoli with stalks is becoming rare in local
markets. My guess is that wally specifies it that way so thats how every
else gets it.

I guess you don't like the incredible time and work saver precut
potatoes either?