Title: Crystallized Violets
Categories: Candy
Yield: 1 Servings

1	tb	Powdered gum arabic
1	tb	Rose water
		Violet blooms
		Superfine sugar

NOTE: Both gum arabic and rose water are available from drugstores or cake decorating supply stores.

Dissolve the gum arabic in the rose water and leave until the solution becomes a paste. Using a small brush, paint each violet all over with the solution, then dip the flowers in superfine sugar. Leave to dry on a wire rack in a warm place. Store the petals in an airtight container, and use them on desserts as an edible garnish.

* Source: The Magic of Herbs, by Jane Newdick * Typed for you by Karen Mintzias

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