stuffed grape leaves (was Re: SC - rocotti and cottage chease leftovers?

[Maureen Martin]

Tollhase1 at aol.com wrote:
> 
> Yes, I soak them or at least rinse them.  I have also used fresh leaves.  The
> Key is young small leaves.  The older ones get tuff.  And only blanch them
> enough to make them playable.
> 
> Frederich

Milord,

I have never prepared grape leaves for food, although I have cut off my
fair share when trimming my grape vines.  In your other posts you have
answered all my questions save one (I have revised this note 3 times!): 
Are there any period sources regarding preparing fresh leaves?

I am very interested in trying to use them.  My grape vines have been
let go for several years and I plan to whip them back into shape over
the next few years for the purpose of making grape juice and perhaps
wine (tho I think they are not really wine grapes; they make the best
ever grape juice!).  Being able to use the leaves for something edible
in the meantime would be wonderful! 

Melisande Saucheverel
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