You've not lived until you've stood over a trash can or large bowl, peeling dozens of carrots for dinner or souffle, picnic slaw or cake. It's one of the first things people learn about cooking carrots—the peels have to come off. (It was also, I discovered, a good way for my grandmother to occupy an eager kitchen helper who had very few skills to offer.) But do they really have to be peeled? Read more... |