This variety produces dark green leafy type "fat", forming an apple. Its subtly sweet wavy and crunchy leaves, hence its name, can be used in salads or as a hot side dish when seared or stewed. For a refreshing summer recipe, a gazpacho of melon and lettuce sucrine is a perfect combination.Ingredients for the recipe are melon, tomatoes, espelette chilis, condiments white balsamic, rustic bread, lettuce sucrine and olive oil. Bon appetit