Wild Edibles: Creamy Herbed Chickweed Pasta

These were growing in my veggie garden, which is typical of this weed, growing in disturbed soil as they do. It is a tasty weed, particularly in this dish.

Creamy Chickweed Pasta with Fresh Herbs
Feeds 2! (Note: I didn't measure the ingredients since I was experimenting)

Pasta for two
About 2 handfuls chickweed, chopped in half if needed
3 tbsps chopped parsley
1/3 cup chopped chives
1/4 cup cream cheese
3 tbsps olive oil
splash of milk or cream
Salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste

Thoroughly clean chickweed. I submerged it in cold salty water once, followed by another plunge in cold water. Cook pasta according to package directions. Chop herbs and add them to the cream cheese. When there is one minute left of cooking time for your pasta, add the chickweed and boil one minute. Drain. Return pasta to pot. Add rest of the ingredients and mix until cream cheese is melted and spread evenly throughout. Enjoy!

May as well sneak in another picture of my pink water lilies:)





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