Nine Things to Cook with Lavender

I have several lavender plants, all culinary varieties. And this year I have one plant that just keeps giving!! I’ve been cutting it, drying and storing it. I have nearly a full quart jar of dried blossoms – so what to do…

Here are some ideas and recipes if you have some lavender to use too!

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What kind of Lavender should I use?

If you are making a linen spray or body scrub, you can use craft lavender. If you are using it in food it must be a culinary grade. Craft lavender has preservative chemicals on it, not fit for consumption. That’s why I grow my own. I know any of it can be ingested. More on lavender varieties to come in a future post!

On to the Recipes! See one you like? Just click on the picture – off you’ll go to the recipe.

Lavender Ice cream 

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Caprese Skewers with Lavender Balsamic Reduction

 

Lavender Sugar 

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Simple Syrup 

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Clams in Lavender Broth

 

Montana Lavender Citrus Brined Chicken 

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Lemon Curd Poppy Seed French Toast with Raspberry Lavender Cream

 

Lavender Shortbread Cookies 

 

Lavender Hot Cocoa

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4 Responses to Nine Things to Cook with Lavender

  1. Melynda says:

    Lavender is lovely, but it is a big no, in food. But then again so are roses.

    • HelenFern says:

      we love it. I grow it specifically for cooking. It’s one of those things you really like it or you really don’t! Thanks for taking the time to stop by.

  2. Jhuls says:

    I am intrigued by the added lavender to your hot cocoa. The floral notes must elevate the taste to a whole new level. Thank you for joining Fiesta Friday Party!

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