Ground Elder, seen here consuming the lower branches of a Rhododendron, is the most difficult weed in my yard. I've fought it out of the garden for the most part, but the struggle is unending.

One day recently while madly ripping at the stuff, I noticed that the smell of it was somewhat appetizing. I wondered is it was safe to eat and headed to the world wide internets. I learned that not only is it safe to eat, it's a member of the carrot family! If you compare the leaves from carrot tops to ground elder, then you'll see a the kinship.

Fantastic, I thought, now... I just need to make it taste good. A free and abundant leafy green veg (the best food type for your health)!
First try : Fava beans , ground elder, and ham cooked with butter on crusty baguette. Pretty good, but the elder wasn't really standing out. So I started thinking about giving it more of the spot light.

Since it does taste kinda like carrot greens (though less harsh and more sweet) it needs something to smooth it out and yet highlight it's pleasant zing. I've read that most people don't like it's taste on the first try. Another important point is to avoid it once it flowers. Unless you need a strong laxative.

Here is my second try:

Ground elder and avocado soup, braised artichoke, escarole, fried quail egg.

I was lucky with what I had around the house because this turned out good. I'm backin it. I should be making my own creme fraiche then I'd have a better garnish to the soup then just the barigoule oil.