Herbs – Diane's Food Blog

Lilac Sidecar cocktail

May 1, 2021

Here’s a tasty spin on the classic sidecar cocktail that’s oh, so refreshing on a summer evening.
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Candied Flowers

July 2, 2019

Candied flowers are sweet, crunchy and beautiful! Up your dessert game with candied flowers as a topping…or even as a treat on their own. … More Candied Flowers

Lilac Liqueur

June 12, 2019

Keep lilac season going all year long with this floral liqueur! … More Lilac Liqueur

Fried Zucchini in Agrodolce with Chilies and Mint

August 2, 2018

Crispy zucchini meets sweet and sour and a little mint and spice. The result is seconds. And thirds. And then you need more zucchini. … More Fried Zucchini in Agrodolce with Chilies and Mint

Panzanella Salad

July 28, 2017

This salad is basically summer in a bowl: tangy, ripe tomatoes and cool cucumbers are balanced by a red wine vinaigrette and toasted bread. Serve it as a side or as a meal! … More Panzanella Salad

Pickled Nasturtium Seed Buds

July 12, 2017

Pickled nasturtium seeds, sometimes called “poor man’s capers,” are edible, decorative toppings that pack a zingy, peppery crunch. … More Pickled Nasturtium Seed Buds

Carmela Soprano’s Rigatoni with Sausage and Tomato Sauce

September 18, 2016

Just a few simple, quality ingredients come together in this dish for an easy, hearty pasta meal. And the fact that it came from the iconic hit series The Sopranos kind of keeps the show alive for me. … More Carmela Soprano’s Rigatoni with Sausage and Tomato Sauce