Kohlrabi-Blue Cheese Slaw

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   Soak the red onion in cold water, 10 minutes.

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   Meanwhile, cut the apple into matchsticks and toss with the lemon juice; set aside.

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   Toast the pecans in a medium dry skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.

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   Transfer to a cutting board and let cool slightly, then roughly chop.

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   Toss the kohlrabies, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.

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   Combine the dressing and sugar in a small bowl.

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   Drain the onion, squeezing out any excess water, then add to the kohlrabies along with the apple, carrots, parsley and toasted pecans.

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   Add the dressing mixture and toss to combine; season with salt and pepper.

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   Let sit 1 hour before serving.

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    Blue Cheese Dressing

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    Puree 1/2 cup each crumbled blue cheese and sour cream, 1/3 cup buttermilk, 1 small garlic clove (smashed) and 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar in a blender.

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    Transfer to a bowl and stir in 1/4 cup more blue cheese, 2 to 3 dashes Worcestershire sauce and/or hot sauce, and 1 tablespoon chopped parsley.

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    Season with salt and pepper.

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    (Makes about 2 cups.)

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    Photograph by Ryan Liebe

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.