Lavender, Love, Pasta and a Fusilli Recipe

Editor: Madeline Kennedy

In this episode, it's all about the beautiful and trending herb called lavender. Lavender is the newest garden trend and it's also used in perfume, oils, and for relaxation methods. This fantastic ingredient is used and admired in cultures all around the world and it's been used throughout history. Lavender has built a following of admirers and has been mentioned in writings of Shakespeare and used in perfumes by Leonardo DaVinci. Listen for my fave recipe of a Lavender and Fusilli pasta dish!

Now is perfect time to plant lavender in your garden or add to your kitchen herb garden to use or accent lots of dishes..it adds a beautiful taste but also adds beautiful color..

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Quotes:

"The name of this plant can be translated to mean devotion and undying love."

"The traveling fragrance seems to spread a feeling of calm and love."

"Add some romance to your garden and throw in some lavender."

"Lavender is the up and coming flavor to add to an array of dishes."

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