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Be sure to choose pesticide-free blossoms specifically grown for use as food. Use to make teas as well as flavoring for punch, cake, preserves, centerpieces using edible flowers. jams and jellies. Use as a colorful garnish on salads. Flowers appeal to far more than the eye; they get your taste buds going, too. Edible flowers all have unique flavors. The most commonly available edible flower, nasturtiums, has a bright peppery flavor. Borage flowers have a hint of cucumber (its tiny yellow blossom is also edible). Johnny-jump-ups have a wintergreen-mint flavor. Roses and violets have a sweet taste that is perfect for desserts. Zucchini Blossoms lend their unique flavor to this delicious Zucchini Blossom Frittata. Some other popular edible flowers and their flavors are: Begonia: Lemony and crisp Carnation: Spicy Chive Blossom: Mild chive Chrysanthemum: Bitter to very bitter Daylily: Crisp and sweet English Daisy: Grassy and tangy Geranium: Vary greatly according to variety Impatiens: Very bland Marigold: Spicy Orchids: Warm and peppery Primrose: Sweet Squash Blossom: Sweet Tulip: Crisp and cucumber-like Violet: Sweet Some of the more common Edible Flowers in your garden: Apple Blossom, Bachelor Buttons, Basil, Bee Balm, Borage, Calendula, Chamomile, Chickory, Chives,Chrysanthemum, Coriander, Dandelion, Daylily, Dianthus, Dill, Elderberry, English Daisy, Fennel, Garlic, Hibiscus, Holly Hock, Honey Suckle, Jasmine, Johnny Jump Up, Lavendar, Lemon Blossom, Lilac, Linden, Marjoram, Mint, Mustard, Nasturium, Oregano, Okra, Onion, Orange Blossom, Pansy, Pineapple Sage, Radish, Red Clover, Red Bud, Rose, Rosemary, Rose of Sharon, Safflower, Sage, Scented Geranium, Snapdragon, Squash Blossom, Sunflower, Sweet William, Thyme, Tuberose Begonia Tulip, Violet, Winter Savory, Yucca When buying edible flowers, look for flowers that have recently opened and do not have any holes or spots. Before using any edible flowers, wash them gently in cold water. After washing, refresh them by placing them in a bowl of ice water for about one minute. Drain on a clean white cloth or on white paper towels. You may also want to taste a petal or two to familiarize yourself with the flavor.

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Violet Syrup

Posted by Sharon123

This lavender syrup is so pretty and it is great with club soda or ice water. Now you can use all those pretty violets growing in the back yard! Make sure to use clean, unblemished flowers! Cook time is an estimate. The kids will love to help with... MORE»

Recipe #117219

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Mullein Garlic Ear Oil

(1 reviews) Posted by Sharon123

Have an earache? This will help soothe. Mullein is a common plant that is seen along roadsides. It grows a tall flower spike and the leaves are soft and wooly feeling. Mullein is used for treating inflamations and swellings.It cleanses the... MORE»

Recipe #117218

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Daylilly Buds, Spiced and Pickled

Posted by Sharon123

Taken off the internet, this is a wonderful way to preserve summer! MORE»

Recipe #70961

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Stuffed Rose of Sharon

(2 reviews) Posted by Sharon123

Want to fix something different? Try these! MORE»

Recipe #38116

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Strawberries in Lemon-lavender Syrup

(4 reviews) Posted by Sharon123

This recipe was adapted from Chef Revsin of Driscoll Strawberry Associates, Inc. You can find the lavender flowers in the herb sections of the supermarket. Or try 2 to 3 whole cardamom seeds in place of the lavender-lovely! MORE»

Recipe #122330

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Rack of Lamb With Lavender (Yes, Lavender from Your Garden!)

(1 reviews) Posted by Verelucky

This is the most wonderful rack of lamb I have ever eaten. I know the lavender sounds strange to add in but you will not believe the taste of it! My friend made up the recipe and it was my idea to add in the Lavender. It is a herb, just usually... MORE»

Recipe #71131

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Lavender Cream Cheese for Bagels

(1 reviews) Posted by HeatherFeather

I haven't tried this yet. Adapted from an article on lavender in cooking in "Yankee" magazine. The cook time is actually minimum standing time. MORE»

Recipe #63478

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Lavender Shortbread

(2 reviews) Posted by Roosie

This is untried by me and comes from The Herb Quarterly, spring 2000 issue. I love lavender!! Cook time includes estimated chill time of 30 minutes. MORE»

Recipe #100640

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Violet Lavender Sorbet

(1 reviews) Posted by ellie_

This pretty sorbet which I haven't made yet, uses both violets and lavender from the garden is posted per recipe request for ways of using lavender. Recipe source is Edible Flowers, Desserts and Drinks reprinted in the local newspaper. Prep time... MORE»

Recipe #62681

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Lavender Cooler

(4 reviews) Posted by Sharon123

From Better Homes and Gardens, this is a refreshing drink everyone should try! Cooking time is approximate. MORE»

Recipe #94734

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Lavender Honey

(4 reviews) Posted by Kozmic Blues

We made this in a "Cooking with Herbs" class I went to a few months ago. The lavender adds a wonderful taste and aroma to the honey. Drizzle over toast, scones, pancakes, waffles, granola....possiblilties are endless! This will fill your... MORE»

Recipe #63539

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