Do you need to an spectacular dessert for unexpected entertaining? Try this one. Although we prefer to cook from scratch than using packages, well, sometimes you must. We have not been able to get similar texture and flavorful results other way without spending too long in the kitchen. Once in a while is not going to kill you and you have an astounding dessert to serve your guests.
Since little interest has been shown in eating flowers, there is few bona fide data available. Flowers are rich in nectar and pollen; studies have shown pollen to be nutritious, with many vitamins and minerals. Roses, especially rosehips, are very high in vitamin C. Dandelion blossoms are high in vitamins A and C, and the leaves have lots of iron, calcium, phosphorous, and vitamin A and C. Marigolds and Nasturtium have vitamin C. Flowers are 95% water, so it is unlikely that they contain any significant amounts of nutrition, and no calories.
This is the simplest way to prepare game birds if you have a hunter in the family. If not you can buy Rock Cornish Game Hens at your local farm market or grocery.
Cobblers are a wonderful dessert and they are simple to prepare. The only problem you may have is deciding on what kind of topping to use. The cookie top is a favorite with adults, while the other two are hits with the kids. You have to prepare the flaky pie pastry before the fruit filling. The other two toppings can be prepared while the filling cooks. Read through the ingredients and instructions to see which ones best fits your taste and style.
This recipe is easy, simple, and offers many possible substitutions. The dough can be used to make blue corn muffins or cornbread. Endless variations for a creative mind.