Chives are currently in full bloom in many parts of the country, and they are great for more than just beautifying the landscape with their eye-catching purple flowers. Their unique foliage tastes great in a number of dishes. Try the following ways to use fresh garden chives, and add them to some of your favorite dishes to add tremendous flavor. It is great to have a source of fresh chives at hand, and instead of letting them go to waste they can be used to turn an ordinary dish into an extraordinary taste-tempting meals and side dishes.
Scrambled Eggs and Fresh Chives
Fresh chives provide the distinct flavor of green onions without the characteristic texture, and they are a fantastic addition to egg dishes. Scramble eggs until they are well-blended, and add tablespoon or two of fresh chopped chives. Add small bits of cubed ham or crisp crumbled bacon as well for a delicious breakfast or brunch. They are even great for lunch.
Classic Baked Potatoes with Genuine Butter and Fresh Chives
Baked potatoes with chives, butter, and sour cream are classic flavor combinations, and when the chives are fresh they are even better. Dehydrated varieties do not compare to their fresh deep flavor. Use fresh chives to top baked potatoes whenever possible along with sour cream and genuine butter. They will taste more flavorful than ever, and you will never again want to use margarine and dehydrated chives from a jar.
Mashed Potatoes, Bacon, Cheddar, and Chives
Baked potatoes are not the only spuds that taste great when embellished with toppings and stir-ins. Bland mashed potatoes are no longer tasteless when blended with fresh chives, bacon bits, and cheddar cheese. After preparing the potatoes, add a generous amount of crisp crumbled bacon, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh chopped chives. They will look colorful and appetizing in mashed potatoes, and best of all they will taste fantastic.
Cream Soup and Fresh Tasty Chives
Cream soup can be somewhat bland, but it can be made tastier with a few added toppings, herbs, and spices. Use it to top cream soup or chowder along with several fresh croutons. They will add a beautiful green color and tremendous flavor that will deepen in the hot mixture.
Cream Cheese and Chives
Another classic combination is cream cheese and fresh chives. The garden variety mixed with store-bought cream cheese is very flavorful. It tastes great on crackers, toasted bagels, bread, and spread on raw veggies. It is way better than the store-bought mixture. As much or as little as desired can be mixed in with the cream cheese to make the perfect blend.
Fresh Chives and Whipped Butter
Flavored butter is a gourmet treat that goes well with hot rolls and crackers. Mix fresh chives with genuine whipped butter that has been slightly softened. The distinct flavor will make anything it tops a delectable treat for the taste buds.
