Natural Dyes To Color Easter Eggs

• 1 bunch sliced beets (pink)
• 2 c. frozen blackberries and juice (lavender)
• 2 c. frozen blueberries and juice (blue-gray)
• 1 bunch carrot tops (light green)
• petals from 6 gold marigold flowers (olive green)
• onion skins from 6 red or yellow onions (rust)
• petals from 6 purple petunia flowers (light blue)
• 2 c. shredded red cabbage (turquoise)
• 1 Tbsp. powdered turmeric spice (bright yellow)

1. Place uncooked eggs in a glass or stainless steel 2-quart saucepan.
2. Add enough water to come to at least 1-inch above eggs. Add 1 tablespoon vinegar and desired natural material.
3. Cover saucepan and bring to a boil; reduce heat and let simmer 20 minutes.
4. Rinse with cold water and let air dry.
5. Polish eggs with vegetable oil for a vibrant sheen and enjoy.

beets, frozen blackberries, frozen blueberries, carrot, petals from, onion, petals from, red cabbage, turmeric

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=638294 (may not work)