Lavender flowers have a distinct color and smell. For this reason they have maintained popularity for a very long time throughout the world, especially in Europe and most recently England and France. Lavender recipes
Lavender has been used for just about everything for the last two and a half millennia. It has been used as a cure-all for things like the plague to a home remedy for minor ailments such as coughs and headaches. It has been a symbol for love during the Tudor times. It has been praised and used by royals because of its pretty colored flowers and pleasant taste. But did you know that lavender flowers are edible? You can find and use lavender recipes incorporating them.
Recipe Lavender Scones for Tea Time
Required Ingredients:
- 1½ tsp. chopped dried lavender flowers
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3rd cup sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/3rd cup dry, frozen raspberries
Preheat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Mix together the dry ingredients- the lavender flowers, flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Add the sour cream and mix in with the dry ingredients until they become moist and no dry bits remain. Now fold in the frozen raspberries. You can choose to substitute this ingredient by using frozen blueberries or strawberries instead- there is no end to how you can modify your lavender recipes by adding or subtracting an ingredient or two.
Knead the dough on a floured surface and knead about seven to eight times. Roll it into a round pie shape about half an inch thick. Use a spatula to slice up the pie into four or five pieces and then lift them onto a greased baking sheet. Bake for about fifteen to twenty minutes or until the surfaces of the scones are golden brown.
Origin
The use of lavender has been documented for 2500 years. It has been used for mummification by the Egyptians and for its use in perfumery by the Egyptians and the Arabs.
Lavender has been used in Europe as a disinfectant and to fight disease and plagues. European royals have been famous fans of lavender as well, including Charles VI of France, Queen Elizabeth I, and Louis XIV.
Benefits
Mood Elevation
Lavender can be used as a soothing herb. Its oil has a sedative, calming, and anticonvulsive effect. In experiments performed by the Smell and Taste Foundation of Chicago, lavender was found to have properties which increase the brain waves associated with relaxation. Lavender is often found in soaps, shampoos, talcum powders, perfumes, and lotions because of its pleasant and soothing smell. Lavender also helps alleviate insomnia and eases one's transition into sleep. Some people often use pillows scented with lavender or light lavender candles before bedtime. (However, one should always remember to blow out the candles before going to sleep!) Lavender oil is also used to alleviate headaches by massaging it into the temples.
Easing Digestion
Most herbs used for their health benefits have some kind of beneficial effect on the digestive system. Lavender can be used to decrease flatulence and painful accumulation of gas, which causes the abdomen to distend. It helps soothe the lining of the stomach. Lavender also helps promote the secretion of bile, which helps with the digestion of fats. It may help with weight loss and for that reason you should invest time in learning a couple of lavender recipes!
Lavender's benefits for women
Pregnant women can benefit from the use of lavender. Lavender oil can reduce stretch marks left behind after childbirth. It can help alleviate cramps, abdominal distension, flatulence, infection, exhaustion, post-natal depression and headaches. Using lavender oil can help ease delivery and promote an easier recovery.
Lavender can be used as bath oil or a massage oil to help alleviate menstrual cramps. It can also be used in the bath to help fight vaginal infections, Chlamydia, and pelvic inflammatory disease.
This aromatic herb adds an exotic flavor to food. Enjoy making some delectable lavender recipes at home to boost your health and enjoy a mouth-savoring retreat.
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