Head lettuce is exactly what it sounds like ... crispy garnish on a loaded brunch plate or over chicken. Despite its name, red leaf lettuce isn’t bright red. Its leaves are green at the center ...

Lettuce varieties each provide a different texture, color, and flavor for whatever fresh greens are called for. You might want to consider this special type.

When you see heads of fresh green lettuce offered at reasonable prices, you may be tempted to buy one but hesitate out of concern that you may not be able to eat it all. This week we offer ideas ...