These two projects from Tanya’s book incorporate edible flowers and there are many to choose from. She mentions nasturtiums (savoury dishes), borage, violas, amaranth, hibiscus and dianthus flowers but there are so many more you can grow, including calendula, cornflower, rose, lavender, scented geraniums and honeysuckle.
EDIBLE FLOWER FRITTTATA
This is one way to have your flower garden and eat it too. Frittatas are a firmer-than- quiche egg dish that you start on the stove and finish in the oven. They’re simple to make, perfect for using up leftovers and eggs, and a delicious dish to serve up for breakfast, brunch, or anytime.
What makes this frittata recipe unique is nasturtiums. I use both the leaves and the flowers to season the dish with a light peppery flavour. The amount…