Horseradish

I’m no stranger to the glorious combination of beets and horseradish, but lately I’ve been possessed by it. I just can’t stop thinking about the fleeting ecstasy produced by marrying those sweet and biting flavors. It’s controlling my waking hours and haunting my dreams. The other day, I almost forgot to pick up my dog …

Nothing says Easter to me more than beet horseradish. It was a staple on my grandfather’s kitchen table every spring. We put it on everything, most notably kielbasa, ham, and hardboiled eggs. Depending on how generous my grandfather was feeling with the horseradish that year, the spread could range from tickling your nose to bringing you to tears. Ćwikła, as it’s …