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Sunflower: Helianthus Annuus

Sunflower: Helianthus Annuus

Sunflowers, native to North America, come in giant or small varieties. The scientific name, Helianthus, comes from the Greek word meaning “sun,” and have the repuation for following it during the day. It is a crop vegetable, grown both for its seeds and its oil. Domesticated sunflower varieties have one 

Hibiscus (Jamaica) Vinaigrette

Hibiscus (Jamaica) Vinaigrette

Dried hibiscus flowers (jamaica) can be found in most Latino and Mexican supermarkets.

Hibiscus (Jamaica) Vinaigrette
Author: Renee Shelton
Ingredients
  • 6 dried hibiscus flowers
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3/4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons raspberry-flavored balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon crème fraiche
Instructions
  1. Combine the dried flowers and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, remove, and then let steep for about 10 minutes. You want the mixture to be strong. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove all solids form the dried flowers. Reserve.
  2. Whisk the mustard, salt, balsamic vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of the hibiscus tea.
  3. Stream in the olive oil until emulsified and blended. Then whisk in the crème fraiche.
  4. Serve with fresh garden greens.
Recipe Notes

Adapted from Martha Stewart Magazine