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Purple Basil Pesto Recipe | How to Avoid Brown Pesto
A unique and vibrant take on a summer classic, purple basil pesto is delicious and versatile! Turn your purple basil into a simple sauce for pasta, sandwiches, and more. One of my very favorite parts of growing my own food is getting to try unique varieties that can’t be found in the store! I’ve grown…
Edible Flower Ice Cubes Fresh from the Garden
Add a lovely garden touch to your cocktails, tea, and lemonade with these edible flower ice cubes! Decorative floral ice cubes make drinks extra special for a bridal shower, baby shower, garden party, or just a casual afternoon! There’s nothing that livens up a beverage like edible flowers. They add a pop of color and…
How to Harvest Mint for Tea
Learn how to harvest mint for tea the easy way! With this simple tutorial, you’ll have freshly harvested mint for drying, freezing, and enjoying fresh. Keep your plants healthy and productive by harvesting from them the right way! Of all the vibrant smells of summer, three are my favorite: the smell of tomato plants, freshly…
Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta with Parmesan and Basil
Enjoy the flavors of summer with this heirloom tomato bruschetta! This recipe comes together in just a few minutes and makes the most delicious appetizer or side for any gathering. It is so hard to beat fresh summer tomatoes. Of all the garden produce I grow, tomatoes easily trump the rest every year. They taste…
Chive Blossom Butter: Beautiful & Tasty Compound Butter Recipe
Jump to Recipe Turn those beautiful purple chive blossoms into something delicious for your dinner table! Chive blossom butter is easy to make and packed with flavor. Spread it on bread, baked potatoes, or vegetables to enjoy all of that onion-y flavor that chive season brings. Early summer is my very favorite time of year….
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I believe the best ingredients are grown at home. I created Sprig & Spoon with the hopes of inspiring and equipping you to grow your own food and create from-scratch meals that highlight fresh, seasonal produce.