Tag: Herbs

Aren’t Herbs ‘All Natural’ and Safe? Even though herbal supplements may be from plant or herb sources, the active ingredients can still be potent chemicals. Because of this, herbal supplements can have drug interactions, even with each other or with food or alcohol. What herbs should you not mix together? Which Herbs Do Not Go […]

10 Versatile Culinary Herbs to Include in Your Garden BASIL. ROSEMARY. THYME. PARSLEY. MINT. CILANTRO. SAGE. OREGANO. What herbs are most useful? At the top of the list are thyme, rosemary, oregano, sage and chives. And they have a built-in bonus: They all come back each year. What are the 10 most used herbs? Top […]

Essential Spices for Pantry Black Peppercorns. Black peppercorns are perhaps the most commonly used essential spices for pantry. Red Pepper Flakes. Red pepper flakes add a bit of heat to your dishes. Garlic Powder. Ground Cinnamon. Ground Nutmeg. Onion Powder. Cumin. Paprika. What herbs go in pantry? CARDAMOM. A versatile spice with a warm, sweet […]

Types of maror. The Mishnah specifies five types of bitter herbs eaten on the night of Passover: ḥazzeret (lettuce), ʿuleshīn (endive/chicory), temakha, ḥarḥavina (possibly melilot, or Eryngium creticum), and maror (likely Sonchus oleraceus, sowthistle). What are bitter herbs according to the Bible? Exodus 12:8) Bitter herbs are a collective term used for things like horehound, […]

How Long to Store. If you follow the proper care, fresh herbs can last for up to three weeks. Below is a quick list of the most common herbs and their average life span. When the herbs start to turn dark, brittle or the stems show signs of mold, it’s time to toss them. How […]

Choose the Sunniest Spot. Most herbs prefer a lot of sunlight. That means you’ll want to give your indoor herb garden at least six hours of sun per day to thrive. To maximize their exposure, place plants as close as possible to your brightest window–the bright light of a south-facing window is best. How do […]

Excellent drainage is essential, no matter how you grow herbs. Poor drainage quickly leads to root problems, including rot. Give herbs coarse, fast-draining soil, so roots get air as well as water. Herbs in containers need good drainage holes so water flows through freely. Can you grow herbs in pots without drainage? Depending on the […]

Herbs can be grown indoors year round, however in winter, when natural sunlight is reduced, it can be harder growing herbs indoors on even the sunniest south-facing windowsills. Can herbs survive indoors in winter? With a little preparation, nearly all of your herbs can come indoors for the winter. Growing them in containers will give […]

You can grow any herb indoors as long as you provide the right conditions. Mediterranean herbs like sage, rosemary, and thyme prefer dry soil and heat. Many other herbs such as cilantro, parsley, and mint enjoy cool, moist conditions. As long as you treat them right, they’ll grow just like in the garden. What herbs […]

Most herbs prefer a lot of sunlight. That means you’ll want to give your indoor herb garden at least six hours of sun per day to thrive. To maximize their exposure, place plants as close as possible to your brightest window–the bright light of a south-facing window is best. Can you grow herbs inside without […]

Store hardy herbs by arranging them lengthwise in a single layer on a slightly damp paper towel, rolling them up like a jelly roll, then transferring the bundle to a plastic zipper-lock bag or wrapping it in plastic wrap. Store in the refrigerator. How do you keep fresh herbs from wilting? For tender herbs, the […]

Some signs that a plant is ready to be repotted are that they are growing out of their own containers. Perhaps their roots are started to get exposed. You may also notice a slow down in production a bit from your herbs. Should herbs be repotted? Herbs are low-maintenance plants, but they still require repotting […]

Ground spices are fine, making them much easier to blend into the meat mixture. Some traditional ground herbs and spices used in sausage making include: Allspice. Bay Leaves. Cayenne. Chiles. Coriander. Cumin. Fennel. Thyme. What flavors go good with sausage? And today, I’m sharing with you 10 delectable sides for sausages that will make every […]

What herbs go best with fish. If you want to stick to classic herbs ad spices, try fresh flavours like dill, parsley, sage, garlic and chives which are especially good with fish. Fresh dill and chives pair well with all types of seafood, particularly salmon, adding a delicate, sharp punch to your dishes. Does rosemary […]

To match herbs and spices to vegetables, prepare asparagus with dill, marjoram, nutmeg, and rosemary. If you’re making Brussels sprouts, use rosemary, parsley, caraway, and oregano to enhance their flavor. For eggplant, you can try garlic, parsley, mint, sage, and basil. What herbs go well with vegetables? All of the common and favorite herbs can […]

Parsley, cilantro, chervil, and dill work best. 2. Other herb stems tend to be bitter when eaten, but can be put to work in other ways. For example, stems from dried herbs like basil, rosemary, lemon verbena, and thyme add beautiful flavor when used for smoking fish or meat. What to do with herb stems? […]

Best herbs and spices for fish and seafood dishes Tarragon. There are three main types of tarragon: French, Russian and Mexican, although the former two are most widely used. Parsley. Chives. Dill. Smoked paprika. Ginger. Turmeric. Cumin. What Herb compliments fish? What herbs go best with fish. If you want to stick to classic herbs […]

And, herbs can pack in just as much nutrition as vegetables! Just like green leafy vegetablesgreen leafy vegetablesLeaf vegetables, also called leafy greens, salad greens, pot herbs, vegetable greens, or simply greens, are plant leaves eaten as a vegetable, sometimes accompanied by tender petioles and shoots.https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Leaf_vegetable Which herbs are the healthiest? […]

Remember that fresh herbs are best added at the end of cooking or after cooking. Dried herbs, on the other hand, benefit from some cooking, and should be added earlier to better develop their flavor. Do you add herbs before or after cooking? When to Add: Herbs may be added near the end of cooking […]

Since herbs are plants just like vegetables, they are physically, biochemically and nutritionally quite similar to leafy greens such as lettuce, spinach and kale. Yet we typically do not eat fresh herbs in the same ways and quantities as vegetables. Are herbs considered vegetables? Herbs are a subset of vegetables, and they are generally composed […]