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Let\'s Make Ginger Beer
Now it is time to take a closer look at the ginger families & one of the most popular ways of using this fragrant herb. Ginger beer was brewed in smaller quantities in twenty other states."At the turn of 19th century, ginger beer was still being brewed...
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Basil, the King of Herbs
Is basil the best herb (i.e., King) or was basil fit for Kings, since it is supposed to offer protection from the mythological half-lizard/half-dragon of death? Seeds can be collected after the flower stems turn brown and appear dead.
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The Many and Varied Uses of Rosemary
In my zone 8 garden, rosemary is an evergreen bush.The ‘ARP' cultivar is said to be the hardiest in zones 6 to 7.It can be used straight or mixed with other herbs for an aromatic bath.It is used as a sore muscle soak or to relieve cold symptoms.You...
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Lavender, the Versatile Herb
Keep any unused infusion in the refrigerator and use within a week or two.Lavender essential oil has antiseptic qualities and can be used for fungal problems. The essential oil can be used straight for athlete's foot, bug bites and onburns.
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Living High on Grits and Tomato Gravy
Whenever I need something done around the house I forgo the honey-do list. But more than this, I hope you enjoy eating them as much as my family does.am glad for my simple childhood.
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Hominy
I spit it right back out. Sometimes hominy was made at Aunt Bett's for both families, and sometimes it was made at Granny Ninna's house. Cook uncovered for 8 or 10 minutes till crisp/tender, then drain and rinse in cold water.In serving bowl, combine...
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Greens, Pepper Sauce, and Cornbread: Southern Cuisine
Then we add a little water to the pan, lower the temperature setting, cover the pot, and let the greens boil until they are tender. Use your own judgment for quantities and amounts.
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Stevia, Sweet Stevia
Treated this way, they last for years. Herb gardeners are anxious to include this plant in their gardens for its usefulness and novelty. Cut stems when plants are dry and hang them upside down in a warm, airy location.
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What to Do With All That . . . Cilantro
Add a little more ghee or butter, and brown a pound of your choice of meat (or saute 3 cups worth of mixed veggies until they are crisp tender). Meanwhile, soak some basmati rice in a bowl of water, and partially cook it.
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Co-Co-Coconuts!
Now this water is not to be confused with coconut milk, which is created by pouring warm water or milk over freshly grated coconut meat and pressing the oils out through a sieve or cheese cloth.
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Get the most from your herbs I: Pinch, pinch, pinch!
Are wonderful additions to the garden even if you never use them in cooThey add a variety of textures and scents, and their flowers will draw flocks of, and once you start nibbling and experimenting with what you've pinched, you'll appreciate your herbs...
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Sherry--What it is, How it\'s Made, and How to Use it
Sherry traditionally lasts longer than other wines and it probably does not need to age further. Maybe it's time you gave sherry a try. Unlike fancy investment quality wines, for which you need to build a wine cellar, sherry should be stored upright in...
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Glace (Candied) Fruit
Fruits preserved by these methods may not be shelf stable, and should be refrigerated. Even after sugar became part of the European diet, it was still an expensive colonial export, so candied fruit was an expensive treat.
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Cauliflower - a boring vegetable?
Incoleworts," suggesting that it must have been brought from thewas mentioned as the source of seed for planting invegetable markets as early as 1619 and we also have evidence of it being grown in, where Louis XIV was said to be fond of it, around 1600...
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January is National Oatmeal Month
“How Oats are Processed”, Buzzle.comDry oat heads: photo by H. Zell, Wikimedia GNU Free documentation LicenseProcessed oats: photo by Bill Ebbesen, copyright free through Wikimedia Commons, all usesQuaker Oats advertisement: public domain, expired...
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What to Do With All That . . . Dill
For a creamier result, also add a tablespoon of either mascarpone or cream cheese.Goat cheese is another cheese that blends naturally with dill. It is served with gravlax (salmon cured in salt, sugar and dill, a preparation which echoes the flavors of...
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Dill, parsley and lovage: the most used herbs in the Romanian cuisine
It wasn't easy, but I finally made him eat the parsley and the issue stopped. We also flavor meatballs with chopped dill, and any other dish made with ground meat. Because I like very much green peas and potatoes, the first course I learned how to cook...
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Canola: Where Does it Come From?
Buses are rolling across the continent fueled by mustard greens.Butterflies and bees love canola's intensely yellow flowers. I guess it's only we delicate North Americans who can't stomach an oil named "rape."The seeds are pressed to produce Canola oil...
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Eggplant: Growing Basics and Benefits
Experienced gardeners will know this generally translates to "possibly poisonous, except for the fruit". Many of the Asian types are considered early - shop around when buying seeds and you'll be sure to find a type to fit your needs.Treat them with lots...
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What to do with all that . . . oregano
When I make pizza sauce, I like to get a huge pot bubbling, but you can sauce about three pizzas with the following: A small onion and four cloves of garlic sauteed until translucent.
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There are Strange Things Done in the Midnight Sun By the Pigs Who Search for... Truffles??
Apparently dogs are not as likely to eat the valuable crop as are pigs. Http://www.americasheartland.org/episodes/episode_118/truffles.htm (Think underground mushrooms.) They are indeed hunted with female pigs capable of sniffing out the delicate, perfumery...
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Butternuts, by the bushel
The week before I enjoyed a delicious bowl (OK, two or three!) ofwith nutmeg. Big enough to hold thirty pounds of squash. When the vines dry up in late summer, cut the stems and gather the fruit.
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What to Do WIth All Those . . . Chives
What can you do to make the most of all those chives? When thinking about chives most people concentrate on the foliage (which look like grass blades).However, every part of the chive plant is edible, and you can use the bulb like a mild onion in a pinch.The...
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The Summery Flavor of Lavender
Lavender can add a lovely floral note to foods and pairs especially well with the sweet flavors of summer. Chopped lavender flowers.This goes especially well on a lightly sweet bread (such as Hawaiian-style rolls).A summer tea party just wouldn't be complete...
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20 Ways to Soup Up Your Soup
If you're not sure, before you offer your flavor combination to guest, put a little soup in a ramekin and add a tiny serving of the cheese to preview the effect.13. Go for spicier options (like dianthus or calendula) to savory ones.
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What to Do With All That . . . Parsley
But don't worry -- you can always find something to do with all that extra parsley. Parsley is a biannual, which means that in the second year it will bolt and go to seed. However, it is self-seeding, which means if it likes the area where you've planted...
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Belgian Endive
This keeps the light from the emerging heads which remain a pale greenish white color and keep their delicate flavor. In about 6 weeks the heads can be dug up and consumed.If you are a clever home gardener, you can grow them in a sizeable bucket: Put...
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