This green is thicker than any real lettuce variety and has a lower water content, giving it more of a chewy texture.
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These greens have a sweet and mild flavor and the stems are far less bitter than those of other ribby greens like kale.
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It is a thin lettuce with crisp ribs that will add more in terms of visual and textural appeal than it will flavor.
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Outer leaves of these loosely packed heads are buttery and soft while the small inner leaves pack a bit more of a crunch.
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Boston lettuce is most often used in place of tortillas and bread for a low-carb sandwich and wrap options.
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