ricksrealpitbbq wrote:I don't use saffron, but for the life of me, I don't understand why people don't grow their own if it's so expensive. It comes from the saffron crocus and it blooms in the fall.
Rick from what I have read it takes alot of Crocus Flowers to make much and then you have to dry it properly, and all that. I do have some bulbs planted and so I shall see what happens and how it tastes and all, I will then let everyone know. I figure a few homegrown strands will be nice and then I will get an idea for how it works, tastes and all. I also believe like any type bulb they will multiply as the years go on. Thus giving me more crocus flower stamens to dry and use in cooking!
By the way you'd be in love with saffron if you grew up eating it in your food like I did!