I've read that the fresh, flowering, purple head of milk thistle acts as a vegetable rennet in curdling milk, for making cheese. Haven't tried it, myself. It's popping up all over the place, now.
Fascinating, I never heard that! I've only eating the purple head - carefully, taking care not to get poked by the thorns. It tastes very fresh, highly recommend. And yup, the purple head is starting these days. Quick tip: the stalks of the thistle are edible and quite tasty (remind of celery) - but only before the head comes up, because after it gets too woody.
I've read that the fresh, flowering, purple head of milk thistle acts as a vegetable rennet in curdling milk, for making cheese. Haven't tried it, myself. It's popping up all over the place, now.
Fascinating, I never heard that! I've only eating the purple head - carefully, taking care not to get poked by the thorns. It tastes very fresh, highly recommend. And yup, the purple head is starting these days. Quick tip: the stalks of the thistle are edible and quite tasty (remind of celery) - but only before the head comes up, because after it gets too woody.
Ty for bringing us on your hike! What will you do with the thistle that you gathered?
Thanks for the comment!
Well, I ate it in a salad that evening - after checking it for little crawling creatures, which is a topic I plan on writing about.
This makes so much sense. I wish I could see take a tour with you.