{"id":24428,"date":"2024-06-20T07:33:26","date_gmt":"2024-06-20T07:33:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/lavender-in-the-kitchen-3-fresh-gourmet-recipes-for-summer\/"},"modified":"2024-06-20T14:08:38","modified_gmt":"2024-06-20T14:08:38","slug":"lavender-in-the-kitchen-3-fresh-gourmet-recipes-for-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/en\/lavender-in-the-kitchen-3-fresh-gourmet-recipes-for-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Lavender in the kitchen: 3 fresh, gourmet recipes for summer!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Summer&#8217;s finally here, and with it the desire for fresh, tasty recipes that will immediately transport you to the lavender fields of Provence! Discover 3 fresh, gourmet recipes to delight your taste buds!<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cucumber gazpacho with lavender<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingr\u00e9dients:<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 cucumber<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 plain yoghurt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 garlic clove<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tablespoons cider vinegar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tablespoon dried lavender flowers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tablespoon olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salt and pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A few sprigs of chives for garnish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preparation:<\/h3>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Peel and chop the cucumbers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Peel and crush the garlic clove.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In a blender, combine the cucumbers, yoghurt, garlic, cider vinegar, olive oil and dried lavender flowers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blend until smooth and homogeneous.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Season to taste with salt and pepper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serve chilled, garnished with a few sprigs of snipped chives.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip:<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For an even cooler effect, add a few ice cubes to the blender before serving.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_151310601-scaled-1-1199x800.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24414\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_151310601-scaled-1-1199x800.jpeg 1199w, https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_151310601-scaled-1-430x287.jpeg 430w, https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_151310601-scaled-1-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_151310601-scaled-1-700x467.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_151310601-scaled-1-400x267.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_151310601-scaled-1-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_151310601-scaled-1-860x574.jpeg 860w, https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_151310601-scaled-1.jpeg 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Roasted apricots with almonds &amp; lavender<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingr\u00e9dients:<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>8 ripe apricots<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tablespoons honey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tablespoon dried lavender flowers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tablespoon melted butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A few sprigs of fresh lavender for decoration (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preparation:<\/h3>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preheat your oven to 180\u00b0C (gas mark 6).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wash the apricots, cut them in half and remove the stones. Place apricot halves in an ovenproof dish, cut side up.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In a small bowl, combine the honey, melted butter and vanilla extract. Add the dried lavender flowers and mix well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spoon the honey-lavender mixture over each apricot half. Place in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the apricots are tender and lightly caramelized.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serve the roasted apricots warm or at room temperature, garnished with a few sprigs of fresh lavender for decoration if you like.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accompany these roasted apricots with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of cr\u00e8me fra\u00eeche for an even more delicious dessert. You can also serve them on a bed of Greek yoghurt and sprinkle them with granola for a refined breakfast or brunch.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip:<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a touch of crunch, add a few toasted flaked almonds before serving.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/picture.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24420\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/picture.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/picture-430x242.jpeg 430w, https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/picture-150x84.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/picture-700x394.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/picture-400x225.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/picture-768x432.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lavender and honey ice cream<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingr\u00e9dients:<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>500 ml full-fat cream<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>250 ml milk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>150 g honey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tablespoons dried lavender flowers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 egg yolks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preparation:<\/h3>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In a saucepan, heat the cream, milk and lavender flowers until boiling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove from heat and leave to infuse for 30 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strain the mixture to remove the lavender flowers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In a bowl, beat the egg yolks with the honey until the mixture whitens.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Return the saucepan to a low heat and stir in the egg-honey mixture, stirring constantly until thickened (do not allow to boil).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leave to cool completely, then pour into an ice-cream maker.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turbinate according to your machine&#8217;s instructions, then place in the freezer until the ice cream is firm.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip:<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve with fresh fruit or a red fruit coulis for an even more gourmet dessert.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/i128401-glace-a-la-lavande.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24418\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/i128401-glace-a-la-lavande.webp 1000w, https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/i128401-glace-a-la-lavande-430x248.webp 430w, https:\/\/elsalenthal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/i128401-glace-a-la-lavande-150x86.webp 150w, 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