Brown eyed Susans, also known as black-eyed Susans, are bright and cheerful flowers that are often used in gardens and landscapes. But did you know that the petals of these flowers are also edible and can be used to create a variety of delicious dishes? In this article, we'll explore the best recipes for cooking brown eyed susans, from salads and soups to fritters and even desserts. We'll provide step-by-step instructions, cooking tips, and helpful variations to ensure that you can create mouthwatering dishes that will impress your family and friends. So, let's dive into the world of culinary creativity and discover the amazing flavors that brown eyed susans have to offer!
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BROWN-EYED SUSAN COOKIES
Make and share this Brown-Eyed Susan Cookies recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Kathy
Categories Dessert
Time 42m
Yield 30 cookies, 30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat over to 400°F Grease cookies sheets.
- In a mixing bowl, cream butter. Add sugar, almond extract, and salt. Blend in flour.
- Shape a tablespoon of dough into a ball. Place on cookie sheet. Flatten with bottom of a glass that has been dipped in flour.
- Bake 10-12 minutes, until cookies look dry and are beginning to brown around the edges. Remove to rack. Cool.
- Prepare Frosting: In a small saucepan, melt butter with chocolate (or microwave). Add remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.
BLACK-EYED SUSAN COOKIES
Black-eyed Susans attract butterflies when planted in masses, and you'll draw a crowd when you make these "conversation" cookies. They may be a little more time-consuming than some cookies, but their sunny faces and gumdrop centers are worth it the extra time. -Grace Pack, Beaver, West Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 21 cookies.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and extract. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Divide dough in half so that one portion is slightly larger than the other; shape each into a disk. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until easy to handle. , On a lightly floured surface, roll larger portion of dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 3-in. round or scalloped cookie cutter to make flower bottoms. Place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Repeat with remaining dough using a floured 2-3/4-in. flower or scalloped cookie cutter to make an equal number of flower tops., Bake larger cookies at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown; bake smaller cookies for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., In a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, milk, extract and, if desired, food coloring; mix until smooth. Immediately spread over cooled cookies. Stir additional confectioners' sugar into remaining glaze to thicken; spread a small amount on bottom of smaller cookies; place over larger cookies. Top with gumdrops.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 147mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
BLACK-EYED SUSAN
The Kentucky Derby has the mint julep; the Preakness has the black-eyed Susan. The drink is a sunny mix of vodka, rum, and pineapple and orange juices to toast your special events.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 5m
Yield 1 serving.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place desired amount of ice in a rocks glass. Pour vodka, rum, Triple Sec and juices into glass. Stir; serve with a lime slice and cherry.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
BROWN-EYED SUSANS II
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
- In a medium bowl, cream the butter, margarine and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla. Add the flour and mix until just blended. Do not overmix.
- Roll dough into 1 inch balls. Place cookies 2 inches apart into prepared cookie sheets. Make a slight indentation in the center. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven. Cookies should be lightly browned. Cool slightly and frost the center of each cookie.
- To make the icing, combine the confectioners' sugar, cocoa and vanilla in a small bowl. Stir in the hot water 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached. Drizzle the icing from the tip of a knife or spoon onto the center of each cookie. Allow the cookies time to set up before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 57.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 3.4 mg, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 50.2 mg, Sugar 3 g
BROWN-EYED SUSAN MUFFINS
This is a family favorite that my sister found on the web some time ago. I've edited it a little bit to reflect our tastes (less sugar, etc.). These are really yummy comfort food on a fall morning!
Provided by smellyvegetarian
Categories Quick Breads
Time 35m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine dry ingredients and mix until no lumps of sugar remain. Stir in chocolate chips.
- Combine beaten egg, milk, oil, and pumpkin; mix thoroughly. Add to dry ingredients and stir just until moistened.
- Spoon into greased muffin tins and bake at 375 for 25 minutes.
Tips:
- For crispy fritters, make sure the batter is cold before frying.
- To prevent the fritters from sticking to the pan, use a non-stick skillet or grease it well.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the fritters. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
- Serve the fritters hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Brown-eyed Susans are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The fritters are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the corn and chive filling adds a pop of flavor. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy meal or a special occasion dish, Brown-eyed Susans are sure to please.
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