Homemade Dandelion Bread #recipe

My kids are hungry all the time. They are a big judgy with food. The just don't like that I'm on a binge of making so many things with dandelions. It's the season. Dandelions are free. Travis isn't working right now, nor is the unemployment money coming in. I think they are good!

Today I made bread. The first thing Mica asked, "Are dandelions in there?" I lied and said, "No! Of course not." I think my nose grew like Pinocchio's. He had it, and it won him over.

It is really easy to make! I'm always suspicious when it comes to making dough rise. in the past bread was a pain to rise, for me. I decided to try it. 

Pick lots of pesticide free dandelions. I had Isaak do this, and Mica pulled on the rest of the plant, or what some might call weed. 

Wash the flowers well, trim them off the pedals with a kitchen shears. You need 1/3 cup! That's a lot of dandelions. I had them actually pick more, for me to make Dandelion Jelly - coming up, so stay tuned. 

Heat up 1 cup of milk on the stove in a small pot. I used 2%, but I think any milk will do. Add in the dandelions. Whisk, until it is almost at a boil. Then let cool, for a few minutes. 

While you are waiting for the milk and dandelions to come to a slight boil, get out a medium sized mixing bowl. Put in 1 packet of yeast, 1/2 cup warm water, 1/4 honey. Mix, and let set until it foams. That means the yeast is active. 

Add in 2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 cup softened butter (I just microwave it for 30 seconds), 2 eggs, and the milk mixture. Mix! Start adding in the flour, 1 cup at a time. I use bread flour, but all purpose would do. It will get sticky. Keep adding a cup at a time, until you have added 5 cups. 

Put on a floured surface, and knead. Keep adding flour, and kneading until it's elastic and not that sticky. You will need more than the 5 cups of flour. 

Put in a large sprayed bowl, for 90 minutes or until it's doubled in size. I lay a damp tea towel over the bowl.

It happened! I doubled in size!

Split in 1/2, put it in 2 sprayed bread pans, I sprinkled the bottom of my pans with the flour on the surface that wasn't used. 

Bake at 425 degrees for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick is poked in, and comes clean! 

Let the bread cool. Slice and eat. 

I put a little honey on the boy's. It can be used for sandwiches, toast, or plain. 

Here's a downloadable recipe with the instructions: 

Homemade Dandelion Bread by AlissaSpiehs-Apel on Scribd

Have you ever ate dandelions before? 

What ways are you trying to save during this pandemic?

Dandelion Flower Muffins

I've pinned so many recipes, for Dandelions. Last year I made Dandelion Salve, it smells a bit funny according to the boys, but works on Travis' muscles and Isaak's dry skin. I also made Dandelion Flower Muffins, but I couldn't find my recipe on here at all. I must of only posted it on facebook, and not on here. They are really good, and easy too!

It's so wonderful to have 1 free ingredient from what most people consider a weed. I'm all about cheap or free right now; being in the middle of a pandemic.

I gave Mica the responsibility to make them. He said, "Eww gross!" when he made them. When it was time to eat them, he wanted two, and asked for a third. I said, "Two is enough." Isaak asked for two as well.

I tried almond milk last year, it worked just as well as cows milk did this year. I used 1 cup all purpose flour, and 1/2 cup gluten free all purpose flour - Costco's mix. What I'm trying to say is that this recipe can be altered to your needs.

Dandelion Flower Muffins by AlissaSpiehs-Apel on Scribd

Have you ever made anything with dandelions? Every part of them can be consumed. I love Dandelion Root Tea!

#diy #dandelion #salve

About 6 weeks ago I picked Dandelions like crazy! I knew every part of them could be devoured or used in some way, but had to look up how to use them. 

-The flowers can be used in muffins, cakes, and other bread products.

-The roots can be used for teas.

-They can be used to make jellies, jams and syrups.

-The flowers can be used for making salve.

What you Need to Make Infused Dandelion Oil and Dandelion Salve:

• 4 Cups Dandelion Flowers
• A Colander
• A Full Body Towel
• 16 Ounces of Olive Oil
• 2 Ounces of Coconut Oil
• 2 Ounces of Bees Wax
• 15 Drops of Essential Oil (Whatever Scent You Like)
• 1 Large Mason Jar
• 1 Medium Bowl, or 4 Cup Measurer 
• 1 Medium Pot, or Double Boiler 
• 1 or 2 Containers With Lids for the Salve
• Small Wire Mesh

Time to Make Infused Dandelion Oil

Pick, Pick, Pick:

Start out by picking 4 cups of Dandelion flowers.

Wash them, and get the water out as much as you can. I used a colander.

Dry them on a flat body towel, for 2 to 3 days. They will look what I call "tired" by the 3rd day.

Place them in a large mason jar, and pour 16 ounces of Olive Oil on top.

I used this Olive Oil, but you can use any for this. It's for a salve, so it's not consumed.

Stick a lid on it, and set it out of the sun for 5 to 6 weeks. I wasn't in a hurry, so I did this slower method.

Faster Method:

Heat up a small amount of water in a pot, and put the jar of mostly dried Dandelion flowers with the Olive Oil inside the pan. You'll heat the pot to medium. Turn the heat off, once the water is heated up - not boiling. Let the water cool! Set the jar out of the sun for a week or 2.

This is What it Looks Like After it's had Infusion Time:

Strain:

I used a 4 cup measurer, but you can use a bowl for this next part. Put a wire mesh on top, and pour your infused Dandelion Oil into it. You will need to push it down with the back of a spoon, or your fingers. It will be sludgy. If you are using your fingers, it will get messy. Put the sledge in the compost, or in your trash.

The Infused Oil is Actually Pretty:

Time to Make Dandelion Salve

Heat Things Up:

I used a double boiler, but you can you just a medium pot if you don't have a double boiler. Put a small amount water in the medium pot, or the bottom pot if you are using a double boiler. Turn the heat on to medium.

Add a smaller pot the fits inside the medium pot if you're not using a double boiler.

Add 2 ounces of Coconut Oil to the smaller pot, or top of the double boiler. Melt it all the way. Then add 2 ounces of Beeswax. Stir it until it's melted.

Stir:

It will start to look funky during this process. You haven't done anything wrong. Just keep stirring, and let it melt. It reminded me looks wise like Egg Drop Soup. Don't drink it. Ha!

You are waiting for it to melt down. Not to boil. 

Add the 10 to 15 Drops of Essential Oils:

I put in 10 of Peppermint Oil, and 5 of Lavender Oil. Stir it some more.

Time to Dump it:

I used a small, wide mason jar. You want something you can get your fingers in. I had more, so I also used a travel size plastic container that once had a Grape Fruit Body Scrub in it. 

Full Dandelion Salve:

Travel Size of Dandelion Salve:

Let it be!

It will set up. I went to the store, came back it it was set up.

Full Dandelion Salve:

Travel Size of Dandelion Salve:

Put lids on them, and you are done!

Travis has been working hard outside, so I gave him a back message with this salve. It worked great!  You can also use it for your hands, legs, feet. It both moisturizes and gets in those sore muscles. 

We have enough to last awhile. If we go on any trips, we have a travel sized container to take with us. 

Disclaimer: This is not a post where I reviewed any products. All opinions, and photos are my own. 

Organic Dandelion Root Tea Review

I love tea. I recently got Organic Dandelion Root Tea to review.

5 boxes to be exact. That's 100 bags of tea! Cost is: $19.70

I'm pretty sure I'll be sharing a box with each of my sisters. It's just a lot of tea. Kiss Me Organics also sends a PDF of recipes. I do like the recipes. I may keep all boxes of tea, and use them for recipes.

Two recipes I can't wait to try as soon as the fruit is in season is:

Dandelion Peach Iced Tea

1 Cup Organic Dandelion Root Tea, Chilled
1 Peach, Peeled and Chopped
1 Tablespoon Honey
1/4 Teaspoon Fresh Vanilla
*Place peaches, honey and vanilla in a blender and blend until smooth, pour in chilled tea and blend again for about 30 seconds. Makes 2 cups.


Dandelion Beery Slush

3 Cups Organic Dandelion Root Tea, Chilled
1/2 Cup Blueberries
1/2 Cup Strawberries
1/2 Lemon, Juiced
1/4 Cup Raspberries
1/4 Cup Honey
*Blend all the ingredients together, chill for at least 1 hour, and garnish with leftover fruit. Makes 3 cups.

About:

• Organic Dandelion Root Tea has Hibiscus and Cinnamon in it. It's not super strong. The flavors enhance the earthy flavor. They add a hint of flowery sweetness to every cup. Hibiscus has been shown to help regulate blood pressure. Cinnamon has been shown to regulate blood sugar and reduce bad cholesterol.

• Dandelions are related to ragweed, so this tea could effect my allergies. It could also build resistance to ragweed.

• It aids in supporting the digestive system. It's helps the body to absorb more nutrients and improve physical and cognitive functions.

• It helps with liver and kidney detox. This builds up over time.  

• It's USDA | Organic. Raw Dandelion Root is extremely nutrient rich and provides more vital minerals and vitamins to your body when compared to roasted Dandelion Root.

• It's vitamin rich with vitamins A, C, D and B-complex. It also has Iron, Potassium and Zinc. A diet rich in these nutrients can help treat mood disorders, liver disorders and boost a weakened immune system.

• It's made by Kiss Me Organics.

• It's made in Wyoming, USA.

I love their packaging. It's clean design!

Dad and I each had a glass. It's really good! It's not strong.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent diseases.

 

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.