Edible Yards

I know, I know, I’m posting a lot about edible weeds and native foods these days but it is that time of year when our gardens and farms are the least productive here in Central Texas. So, here’s another recipe for lamb’s quarter or wild spinach. Also, you can check out my last article about lamb’s quarter in Edible Austin. My husband, Chris Sheffield, took this picture of the dew-covered lamb’s quarter leaves. Notice how the leaves look dusted with a white powder? On some varieties of lamb’s quarter, you might find a purple dust. If you’d like to enjoy lambs quarter and other edible weeds in your garden next year (and for many years beyond), now is a good time to collect seeds and spread them  in your own garden.