With a small knife cut small roots from the main root. The small roots will be used for propagation. Store them in sand. Keep the main roots for processing. Herbal uses Culinary and medicinal.
Horseradish root has a sharp, mustard-like taste.
It is used to make a condiment and herbal butter. It is used with fish, beef, sausages, poached chicken, egg salad, potato salad, and beets. Horseradish is said to have some medicinal qualities. Once established, horseradish is hard to get rid of and spreads VERY rapidly. I find a jar of fresh horseradish makes a great Christmas Gift.