5 Foods That Use Lavender
By: Amy Jeanroy
Published: June 30, 2011

The lavender is blooming like crazy in the garden. Not everyone thinks of it as an ingredient in food, but lavender certainly kicks up a recipe like nothing else. In many countries, it is a commonly used flavoring, so get out your snips and go harvest some lavender.
Here are 5 recipes that use lavender as the star.
Lavender ice cream 
	Lavender an vanilla are the perfect pair. This cold, creamy dessert with be the hit of your next summer gathering.
Lavender Tea Cakes
	You can have a fancy party and call them teacakes, or a family gathering and call them cakes, whichever you choose, they are delicious.
Lavender Vinaigrette 
	This is a great recipe if you only have a single lavender plant. Experience the flowery taste, without a huge investment. 
 Lavender Aioli 
	Use both leaves and flowers in this recipe. Try this as a dip for the next get together. Ask your guests to try and guess the secret flavor. Delicious!
Grilled Pear Salad With Lavender Honey 
	Give yourself time to allow the lavender and honey to steep. Other than that, this is a fancy dessert that is simple to prepare. Fabulous!