The Herb Blurb – December 2022
I love the holiday season for all of the long-treasured festivities. Mine include the sumptuous array at the Christmas Eve appetizer party followed by a […]
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Herb of the Month – Juniper
Juniper has been used since ancient times for its cleansing properties. Used to purify temples and protect from evil spirits, today the smoke from juniper […]
Juniper, Ginger, and Orange Peel Simple Syrup
This is a warming, delicious sweetener you can use for teas, cocktails, hot chocolate, and on ice cream with berries. 25 juniper berries, dark blue […]
Herbes de Provence
1 tablespoon dried lavender flowers 1 tablespoon fennel seed 2 tablespoons dried rosemary 3 tablespoons dried marjoram 3 tablespoons dried parsley Mix together and store […]
Parmesan Crisps
So dang easy to make and a great accompaniment to soups, salads, or anything you want to fancy up. Preheat oven to 400. Line a […]
Garlic Confit
How to use it? Top pizza with it, use in pasta dishes, add to mashed potatoes, lightly mash with butter, and spread on baguettes for […]
Spiced Nuts
½ cup of sugar 1 tsp salt 1 tbs chili powder 2 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp cayenne pepper large egg white 4 cups nuts of […]
The Herb Blurb – November 2022
It seemed as if summer would never end this year. As I write I’m looking out at a winter wonderland and a taste of what […]
Herb of the Month – Mushrooms
Ok, a fungi, not really an herb but getting a lot of attention these days for their many healing qualities. Not only a delicious addition […]
Roasted Beets
Preheat oven to 375. Place parchment paper over a baking tray for easy cleanup. Cut off the ends of the beets and rub the surface […]
Fall Beet and Apple Salad
This is a beautiful fall salad. I like to add sliced radishes and avocados. You can also include cooked chicken, shrimp, or garbanzo beans for […]
Creamy Mushroom Ragu with Polenta
Have posted this recipe before but it’s one of my favorites and applies to our herb (fungi) of the month. – serves 2-3 So satisfying […]