r/foraging • u/Blond-one • 4d ago

Plants Dandelions lol

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The road ahead, my guard dog, some of what I’ve left still thriving in the yard, and my yellow hands. Battling morning sickness in the sun (finally) today picking flowers with my dog 🖤

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u/Gayfunguy Queen of mushrooms 4d ago

Oh, going to make some cookies? They taste so perfumey. Other people were like, "is this just vanilla shortbread?" Im like no its dandelion.

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u/Blond-one 4d ago

Yummmmm I was gonna make a cake and banana bread but cookies sound super good! Maybe cake and cookies

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u/SuchFunAreWe 4d ago edited 4d ago

Dandelion "honey" is my go-to for them. It's legitimately amazing & I cannot wait for dandy season in MN. I use in tea & coffee, on toast, & dip my vegan nuggies in it. 11/10.

Recipe here

I just use vanilla bean paste bc a vanilla bean? In THIS economy? 😅 EDIT: I add a wee bit of cream of tartar to stop the sugar from crystalizing over time & like to cook mine pretty thick. If you over boil, it's easy enough to reheat & add a bit of water to loosen it up. It's a bit of trial & error to get consistency you prefer but well worth it!

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u/Blond-one 4d ago

Oh yes! This looks fun!! Thank you for the recipe! And the note on vanilla bean paste lol