A bitter-tasting cress of north temperate regions.
Genus Barbarea, family Brassicaceae: several species, in particular B. vulgaris
‘Like other members of the mustard family, common winter cress has served as a source of greens.’
‘Here he presents six recipes for winter cress, including Winter Cress Kimchi and Winter Cress Potato Soup.’
‘The bitterness of some greens such as winter cress and dandelion can be offset by cooking them with milder plants.’
‘The American winter cress is distributed throughout the mainland.’
‘With its strong mustard flavor, winter cress is best enjoyed as a pungent addition to green salads or steamed and sautéed with other less intense vegetable flavors.’
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