Parsley or garden parsley is known formally as Petroselinum crispum and is native to the central and eastern mediterranean region. It is commonly used as a garnish, but more popularly used as a spice. There are two main varieties of parsley: curly leaf and flat leaf. Curly leaf is probably the most recognizable, as restaurants […]
Monthly Archives: September 2022
Curry powder is a mix of various dried, ground spices. It usually looks bold yellow or orange in color. The most common ingredients of curry powder are turmeric, coriander, cardamom, cumin, sweet basil, and red pepper. Some other ingredients that are occasionally added, depending on the specific recipe, are fennel seeds, ginger, garlic, cinnamon, or […]
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Nutmeg comes from the seed of the Myristica fragrans tree. It grows in Malaysia, the Caribbean, and Southern India as well. Indonesia produces the majority of the world’s nutmeg. It is sold either ground or in whole seeds. Nutmeg is a rich source of antioxidants, which help protect against the signs of aging and serious […]
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Ginger is a flowering plant, specifically its root (rhizome), widely used as a spice and a medicinal herb. It is known for its pungent flavor and potential health benefits, including aiding digestion and relieving nausea. Ginger is a member of the Zingiberaceae family, which includes turmeric. Ginger is a versatile spice used in both sweet […]
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Cinnamon is a spice extracted from the bark of the cinnamon tree. It originated from 4 main regions: Sri Lanka, China, Indonesia and Vietnam. Cinnamon is very well known for its medicinal properties around the world. Cinnamon improves the digestive system and has anti-inflammatory effects. It relieves congestion, nose blocks and can also be used as […]