Milkweed is blossoming!

Milkweed Buds with Butter
*All parts of the milkweed plant are mildly toxic and extremely bitter if not prepared properly. Instructions: Gently rinse young plants, blossoms, or pods in cold water. Drop immediately into boiling water for one minute. Do not use aluminum cookware. Drain. Drop into boiling water for one minute again. Drain and use in recipes or serve with butter. Serving:Unopened buds are delicious served just with butter. The taste is sweet-broccoli-like. Buds may be lightly sautéed in butter until tender or cooked longer in boiling water until slightly tender.