The fiddlehead resembles the curled ornamentation (called a scroll) on the end of a stringed instrument, such as a fiddle. It is also called a crozier, after the curved staff used by bishops, which has its …

Apr 3, 2025 · In April, young ferns sprout from wet soil, appearing bright green against the decaying leaves. These are fiddleheads, so-called because the very tops—furled tight when young—look like …

Mar 31, 2025 · Fiddleheads are the young, coiled fronds of certain fern species, most commonly the ostrich fern. “Theys are a bit like a cross between green beans and asparagus,” says Alan Bergo, …

Fiddlehead ferns are one of the first wild edibles of spring. In this post, you'll learn how to find, identify, and cook fiddleheads!

Dec 29, 2022 · Foraged from the ostrich fern, fiddleheads are the plant's young shoots that look like tiny scrolls popping out of the dirt. Only available for a short window of time during the spring, they are a …

May 7, 2025 · Learn how to cook fiddlehead ferns with easy, flavorful recipes. Find out what fiddleheads are, how to prep, cook, pickle, freeze, and enjoy fiddleheads’ benefits all spring.

Mar 7, 2024 · We've got the answers to your questions about one of the most whimsical vegetables around: fiddlehead ferns.