Herbs & Greens

21 Nov

Posted at 23:52h in Herbs & Greens
Herbs The winter can be frustrating for some. There's fewer hours of daylight, the weather can be bone-chillingly cold, and you find yourself rotating between squash, brussels sprouts, and bread. It can get dull and repetitive. But just because it’s colder, doesn’t mean you have to give up on your herb garden. Growing fresh food should be a thing you can do 365 days a year. So, here are some herbs that do a little better in chilly weather—the perfect winter herbs to grow and eat.

13 Feb

Posted at 01:32h in Herbs & Greens
"Learn About..." is a recurring post where we'll look at lesser known herbs, greens, etc., and discuss their origin, health benefits, and everything in between! leaves-6636336 Savory isn't something you might have in your pantry at any given time. It's no basil or even thyme. But its presence is undeniable; just a little of it can really make a difference in your dishes.

17 Nov

Posted at 17:20h in Herbs & Greens
"Learn About..." is a recurring post where we'll look at lesser known herbs, greens, etc., and discuss their origin, health benefits, and everything in between! leaves-3968753 Oregano is one of those ubiquitous herbs. In fact, you probably have it more than you know. It's a beautifully aromatic herb, but with it in your dish, oregano can make all the difference. If you watched even a second of any Rachel Ray cooking show, then you'll know (as she loved reiterating so much) that oregano means "joy of the mountains."

10 Nov

Posted at 10:33h in Herbs & Greens
Have you heard of maca root? Chances are that you've probably encountered it, and with more frequency as of late. It's been positioned as one of the big superfoods, boasting numerous health properties. Before we get into exactly what it'll do for you, let's take a step back and learn what maca root is.

16 Oct

Posted at 07:09h in Herbs & Greens
"Learn About..." is a recurring post where we'll look at lesser known herbs, greens, etc., and discuss their origin, health benefits, and everything in between! leaves-9428860 Ah, woodsy, earthy sage. It's the perfect accompaniment to any Thanksgiving meal. It elevates your poultry, it gives an oomph to your butternut squash. But what else is it good for? What else do you use sage for? Well, let's take a look at its background and how it's been used in history.