My husband and I rarely see weeds as mere yard infestations. Usually he’s the one asking, “Can we eat it? Make something from it? Use it for some medicinal purpose?” It’s no different when dandelions begin popping up everywhere in the spring. (By the way, the violets in this picture are edible too.) Dandelions are […]

Dandelion flowers, leaves and roots are all edible, and perfect for Dandelion Flower Fritters and other wonderful treats. #dandelion #foraging #wildcrafting #recipe #natural #homesteading #realfood

Serve these crispy fried dandelions coated in a tempura-style batter for a delicious appetizer or crunchy topper on your favorite spring salad.

Turn those pesky yard weeds into gourmet grub! Crispy Fried Dandelions: Mother Nature's revenge on your lawn mower! Just pluck, dip, and sizzle them dandelion blossoms to golden perfection. Who knew weeds could taste this good? #YardToTable #DandelionDelight

Dandelions, they're extremely edible, y'know - fried dandelion flowers being just one of the many possibilities.

In preparation for my veggie garden, I took a look at my garden plot (aka a pile of dirt below the highway) and this is what I saw: Well, apparently someone had planted some veggies without me know…

Find dandelions that have not been sprayed with herbicide or other poisons. Gather the blossoms shortly before cooking them. Dandelion blossoms are at the peak of freshness...

Tasty fried dandelions made with large dandelion flowers, battered, and fried in butter until golden, crispy, and delicious for a springtime treat.

Dandelion fritters are a tasty and nutritious snack foraged right from your backyard. They are a great way to enjoy fresh dandelion blossoms!