
Beautiful Borage
Borage seeds are very large and are a great addition to a kid's garden, or at least very easy for children to help with planting in the herb bed or large containers. Kid's love the quick growth of the plants, the fuzzy leaves and the pretty flowers!
Candied Flowers
You will need:Borage flowers, violets, rose petals or mint leaves
egg whites
superfine sugar
First a note, I am nervous about raw egg whites, but many cooks use them still with success. If you are using the sugared flowers on cakes or cookies that will be eaten by children please use your judgment and be cautious. You can also decorate cakes with the flowers freshly picked right before you serve.
Make sure your flowers and leaves are chemical free, rinsed and patted dry. Beat one egg white or prepare powder per instructions. "Paint" your flower or leaf with the frothy egg white using a small soft brush. Cover completely. Sprinkle the coated leaf or flower with superfine sugar, coating completely. Place on waxed paper in a warm, dry place to dry for 2 days. Store in a tightly sealed container with waxed paper between layers.