Lavender I one of my favorite plants to grow. Besides using the blossoms in bouquets and potpourri you can also use it in food!
If you like the floral taste of lavender, then this herbal lemonade recipe is for you. Nothing brings in the summer better than the taste of lemons and lavender.
Ingredients:
2 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/4 cup lavender leaves, chopped
2 1/2 cups water
1 cup lemon juice
Ice cubes
Preparation:
First, heat the first measures of water and sugar to a boil until the sugar dissolves. Add lavender and let the mixture cool to room temperature. Strain out the lavender. In a pitcher, add lavender infusion to second measure of water and lemon juice. Stir and add more sugar to taste. Chill and serve lemonade over ice.
Doreen Pollack is the Garden Goddess and owner of Down 2 Earth Gardens, providing garden consultations and coaching. To find a get monthly tips delivered into your email inbox, visit www.down2earthgardens.com or call 623.217.6038
