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You Can Eat That? 5 Shocking Edibles!

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Everybody knows that you can eat things like marshmallows and potatoes, but did you know that you can eat things that are totally weird? It’s true, from weeds to random leaves to things with poison in them to plants covered in spines, there are lots of surprising edibles in this world. Break out one of these the next time you have company to have a meal that’s both delicious and a conversation starter.

 

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You Can Eat That? 5 Shocking Edibles!

Dandelions

Dandelion greens are great for pregnant women who want to reduce the swelling in their feet, but you can also make a coffee-like drink from the roots (it's related to chicory). You can also throw the flowers in a salad after removing the green part at the bottom, which is very bitter.
For more amazing edibles head over to The Daily Meal
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Elizabeth Stark and Brian Campbell write the blog Brooklyn Supper, dedicated to seasonal ingredients and wholesome home cooking.

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One thought on “You Can Eat That? 5 Shocking Edibles!

  1. A says:

    Re the nopal cactus: you can not only eat the cactus paddles, you can eat the prickly pear fruit. It’s great in margaritas.

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