Feast on flavors of the past and experience the rich culinary history of Elizabethan England with our guide to preparing an authentic Elizabethan English herb and flower salad with honey dressing. Embark on a journey through time, discovering the unique blend of herbs, flowers, and honey that characterized this historical dish.
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HERB SALAD
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 10m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the vinegar, mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until well mixed. With the machine running, gradually add the olive oil until the dressing is smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- In a large bowl combine the herbs, arugula, and fennel. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss the salad with enough dressing to coat. Sprinkle with edible flowers and serve.
ELIZABETHAN ENGLISH HERB AND FLOWER SALAD WITH HONEY DRESSING
An old Elizabethan salad recipe, but with an air of modernity about it, as our interest increases in herbal and floral remedies in today's busy, stressful and hectic world. I have made some suggestions about which flowers and herbs to use - but PLEASE do check that the flowers and herbs you choose to use are edible!! The French also use flowers in their salads, and although the title suggests this to be an English recipe, this style of herbal and floral salad will have been very common throughout Medieval Europe. I serve this at the Auberge when the flowers and herbs are in season - freshly picked from my garden; it is always enjoyed with great relish and is a vibrant topic of dinner party conversation! It makes a lovely appetiser or can be served with the cheese course for an unusual and pretty accompaniment. Make sure that your flowers and herbs are insecticide free, and are not traffic polluted as well.........wipe them or wash them gently, allowing them to dry before using them.
Provided by French Tart
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Toss together the watercress, lamb's lettuce, spring onions, sorrel, sage, mint and rosemary leaves.
- Mix together the olive oil, lemon juice and honey - season with salt and pepper. Toss the salad with the dressing.
- Place the salad in an attractive serving dish. Scatter the edible flowers over the top of the salad.
FLOWERS & HERBS SALAD, ELIZABETHAN ERA
I response to a couple of E-Mails here is a herb & flowers salad requested. TO go along with my recipe "Elizabethan Herb and Flower Salad". The title suggest this is an Elizabethan circa recipe. But this style of herbal and flower salad would have been more common throught out Medival Europe. I wasn't there...so I am only...
Provided by Nancy J. Patrykus
Categories Other Salads
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Gather the ingredients.. and prep them as written above. Toss together the watercress,lambs lettuce, spring onions,sorrel,sage and mint leaves.
- 2. MIx together the olive oil,lemon juice and honey- Season with salt and pepper Toss the salad with the dressing.
- 3. Place the salad in an attractive dish. Scatter the ediable flowers over the top of the salad. Enjoy...it will be almost to beautiful to eat!
- 4. Note: Foto from Karen Burro Booth. Recipe from site below. WWW.getmecooking.com/recipe Hugs....Queen Nancy...3/8/13
Tips:
- Use fresh, seasonal herbs and flowers for the best flavor.
- Wash the herbs and flowers thoroughly before using them.
- If you can't find all of the herbs and flowers listed in the recipe, feel free to substitute similar ones.
- Taste the salad before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.
- Serve the salad immediately.
Conclusion:
This Elizabethan English Herb and Flower Salad with Honey Dressing is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy the bounty of summer. The combination of herbs, flowers, and honey dressing is simply divine. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, or as a side dish at your next party or potluck. Give it a try today and you won't be disappointed.
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