This June, LSU AgCenter Webster and Claiborne Parish Nutrition Education presents Chives.

Chives are a flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family that produce edible leaves and flowers. They are related to the onion family, with ties to garlic, shallots, leeks, scallions, and the Chinese onion. The edible leaves grow up to 12 inches long, and the fragrant edible flowers rise just above the foliage.

HOW CAN YOU USE CHIVES?

Gently wash chives with a cold water soak, then rinse them in a stream of water to remove any excess dirt. The tender leaves can be harvested at any time during

the season and used fresh. The young tender fresh leaves possess a delicate onion flavor. The chopped leaves can be used in a variety of foods and in many herb

mixtures. Dried or freshly chopped chives can be used in sour cream, on potatoes, in dips, omelets, stews, soups, and in salads.

Pick up a newsletter and chives sample with a recipe for delicious Parmesan Chive Biscuits at your Webster Parish Libraries  Minden or Springhill Library Branch!

A Taste of Herbs & Spices features a new spice every month with the goal of introducing and celebrating heart-healthy flavoring options to all.

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