Living in North Carolina, I never had to worry about preserving rosemary. It easily overwintered, and in many yards became excessively large to the annoyance of non-cooks. But here in … Continue →
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Post by community member: Liz Pike
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Post by community member: bonita
The Anise Sisters
Two more pie spices here to vie for your attention: anise and star anise…. Continue →
May
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Post by community member: Suzanne McMinn
Sage, as with many of our most popular herbs, is native to the Mediterranean region. Its official name, salvia, comes from … Continue →
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Post by community member: Suzanne McMinn
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Post by community member: Suzanne McMinn
Oregano (Origanum vulgare) means “joy of the mountains” in Greek. It’s native to Greece and other Mediterranean countries, and is … Continue →
May
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Post by community member: Suzanne McMinn
As I start a series here on Farm Bell Recipes spotlighting herbs, one at a time, I decided to begin with chives as they are one of the first herbs … Continue →
Mar
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Post by community member: Suzanne McMinn
Dry herbs and spices retain their potency anywhere from 3 months to two years, if stored properly. I had a few questions the other day when I posted about … Continue →
Feb
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Post by community member: bonita
Nutmeg and Mace
Behold! the humble nutmeg: small, almost round, mousey brown. Altogether somewhat unimpressive…. Continue →
Dec
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Post by community member: bonita
Cinnamon and Cassia
Will Shakespeare said it first: “What’s in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.”
Shakespeare could have well been … Continue →
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Post by community member: CindyP
Using herbs and spices in your dishes is a great way to give them a boost. I’ve always had a problem of knowing which herb to use with what … Continue →
Oct
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Post by community member: bonita
Did you know that you have royalty in your kitchen? In fact, it’s a fair bet that you are never without the King of Spice. Although he may rest quietly … Continue →
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Post by community member: Sheryl - Runningtrails
I love growing herbs. I have an herb bed where I have been collecting various herbs for a few years now. … Continue →
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