Discover and Apply Forgotten Vegetables

Discover and Apply Forgotten Vegetables

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to identify and use forgotten vegetables.

Introduce the learning objective and set expectations for the lesson.

What do you already know about forgotten vegetables?

What Are Forgotten Vegetables?

Forgotten vegetables are vegetables that were once commonly used, but are now less popular. They include salsify, celeriac, and parsnips.

Define forgotten vegetables and provide examples.

Why Use Forgotten Vegetables?

Forgotten vegetables are often cheaper and more nutritious than more popular vegetables. They also add variety to your diet.

Explain the benefits of using forgotten vegetables.

Identifying Forgotten Vegetables

Forgotten vegetables can often be identified by their unique shape or texture. They may also have a distinct flavor.

Provide tips for identifying forgotten vegetables.

Preparing Forgotten Vegetables

Forgotten vegetables can be prepared in a variety of ways, including roasting, mashing, and grating. Cooking times may vary.

Discuss different preparation methods and cooking times.

Using Forgotten Vegetables

Forgotten vegetables can be used in a variety of dishes, including soups, stews, and salads. They can also be used as a substitute for more popular vegetables.

Provide examples of dishes where forgotten vegetables can be used.

Salsify

Salsify is a root vegetable with a long, thin shape and a white flesh. It has a slightly sweet taste and can be used in soups and stews.

Introduce salsify and provide cooking suggestions.

Celeriac

Celeriac is a root vegetable with a knobby, brown exterior and a white flesh. It has a mild, nutty flavor and can be used in salads and soups.

Introduce celeriac and provide cooking suggestions.

What is 'kohlrabi'?

1. A type of herb
2. A type of lettuce
3. A type of squash
4. A type of cabbage

Which of the following vegetables is considered a root vegetable?

1. Asparagus
2. Celeriac
3. Artichoke
4. Brussels sprouts

What is another name for the vegetable known as 'salsify'?

1. Oyster plant
2. Turnip
3. Radish
4. Leek

Which of the following vegetables is not a forgotten vegetable?

1. Jerusalem artichoke
2. Kohlrabi
3. Salsify
4. Cabbage

What is a forgotten vegetable?

1. Carrot
2. Tomato
3. Parsnip
4. Broccoli

Parsnips

Parsnips are root vegetables with a beige exterior and a white flesh. They have a slightly sweet, earthy flavor and can be used in roasts and stews.

Introduce parsnips and provide cooking suggestions.

Interactive Activity: Identify the Forgotten Vegetables

Show pictures of different vegetables and ask students to identify which ones are forgotten vegetables.

Engage students in the lesson with an interactive activity.

Interactive Activity: Cook with Forgotten Vegetables

Divide students into groups and give them a forgotten vegetable to prepare. Have them present their dish to the class and discuss how they used the vegetable.

Allow students to apply what they have learned in a hands-on activity.

Review

Forgotten vegetables are a nutritious and affordable addition to your diet. They can be identified by their unique shape and texture, and prepared in a variety of ways.

Summarize the key points of the lesson and review the learning objective.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.