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The World Of Herbs Spices
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Author : James K. McNair
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1984
The World Of Herbs Spices written by James K. McNair and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1984 with Herbs categories.
The World Of Herbs And Spices
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1980
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The Mystery Of Herbs And Spices
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Author : James Moseley
language : en
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Release Date : 2006-03-27
The Mystery Of Herbs And Spices written by James Moseley and has been published by Xlibris Corporation this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-03-27 with Cooking categories.
The Mystery of Herbs and Spices offers 53 tell-all biographies of celebrated spices and herbs. Tales of war, sex, greed, hedonism, cunning, exploration and adventure reveal how mankind turned the mere need for nourishment into the exaltation of culinary arts. Is it a spice or herb? Where does it come from and what causes its taste? What legends or scandals embellish it? To what curious uses has it been put? How can you use it today? Neither a cookbook nor dry scholarship, the book employs anecdotes and humor to demystify the use and character of every spice or herb. Sample chapters from The Mystery of Herbs and Spices follow. INTRODUCTION “Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, than a fatted calf with hatred.” — Proverbs 15:17 Herbs and spices. They impart glory to food, and variety to life. They are what separate the mere cook from the gourmet. But they can be confusing. What is the difference between a herb and a spice? What foods do they go with? And don’t you feel silly, not knowing if you are supposed to say “herb” or “erb”? You might think a gourmet, who understands such things, is a sort of wizard — that’s what people thought in the Middle Ages, when users of herbal medicines were accused of witchcraft and burnt! But to people who grow up in India or Thailand, exotic spices are common. They use a wealth of seasonings as casually as we scatter ketchup and pepper. Cooking with cardamom or cumin might seem a mystery of subtle kitchens, but did you know that ordinary pepper was once precious and rare? If you lived in Europe seven hundred years ago, you could pay your rent or taxes in peppercorns, counting them out like coins. You could have bought a horse for a pound of saffron; a pound of ginger would get you a cow; and a pound of nutmeg was worth seven fat oxen. If you were an exceptionally lucky bride, your father might give you peppercorns as a dowry. Now consider how casually we dash a bit of pepper over a fried egg today! Like anything else, herbs and spices are easy to use when you are familiar with them. But, like nothing else, the story of spices is laced with adventure. Ferdinand Magellan launched the first voyage around our planet. By the time he reached the Pacific Ocean, he had been out of touch with civilization for a year. Sailing from the west coast of South America, he headed out onto a briny desert of burning glass. He had no maps. He had no radio. He had ridiculously small and leaky ships. He was going where no one had ever gone before. The hissing swells of the Pacific would take him four frightening months to cross, without laying eyes once on land. There would be nothing like this adventure for another five hundred years — not until our exploration of space. Magellan died out there in the unknown. Only eighteen of his 237 sailors straggled back to Spain. What did they have to show for it? Silver? Gold? Scientific discoveries? No...nutmegs and cloves! Twenty-six tons of them — enough to pay for the entire cost of the voyage and make a profit of 500 gold ducats for every shareholder. No one doubted for one second that the whole adventure had been worth it! Spices. They enhance our food. That’s all. But, since the human race began to dream, the story of spices has enchanted our fantasy as well. Where do they come from? Why are they so enticing? In what new ways can we use them? This is a book of discovery. Unfurl your sails, like Magellan, and follow the fragrance of spices and herbs to their source, gather their lore, and let them not only season your cooking, but enrich your enjoyment of life. PETER PIPER If Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers, How many pickled peppers did Peter Piper pick? It might seem funny now, but it wasn’t funny at the time. Pierre Poivre of Lyons, France, otherwise known as Peter Pepper or Peter Piper, was a real person. Born in 1719, he started his career as a Christian missionary, and founded a bank in Vietnam. In 1766
Culinary Herbs Spices Of The World
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Author : Ben-Erik van Wyk
language : en
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Release Date : 2014-09-26
Culinary Herbs Spices Of The World written by Ben-Erik van Wyk and has been published by University of Chicago Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-09-26 with Cooking categories.
For centuries herbs and spices have been an integral part of many of the world’s great cuisines. But spices have a history of doing much more than adding life to bland foods. They have been the inspiration for, among other things, trade, exploration, and poetry. Priests employed them in worship, incantations, and rituals, and shamans used them as charms to ward off evil spirits. Nations fought over access to and monopoly of certain spices, like cinnamon and nutmeg, when they were rare commodities. Not only were many men’s fortunes made in the pursuit of spices, spices at many periods throughout history literally served as currency. In Culinary Herbs and Spices of the World, Ben-Erik van Wyk offers the first fully illustrated, scientific guide to nearly all commercial herbs and spices in existence. Van Wyk covers more than 150 species—from black pepper and blackcurrant to white mustard and white ginger—detailing the propagation, cultivation, and culinary uses of each. Introductory chapters capture the essence of culinary traditions, traditional herb and spice mixtures, preservation, presentation, and the chemistry of flavors, and individual entries include the chemical compounds and structures responsible for each spice or herb’s characteristic flavor. Many of the herbs and spices van Wyk covers are familiar fixtures in our own spice racks, but a few—especially those from Africa and China—will be introduced for the first time to American audiences. Van Wyk also offers a global view of the most famous use or signature dish for each herb or spice, satisfying the gourmand’s curiosity for more information about new dishes from little-known culinary traditions. People all over the world are becoming more sophisticated and demanding about what they eat and how it is prepared. Culinary Herbs and Spices of the World will appeal to those inquisitive foodies in addition to gardeners and botanists.
The Mystery Of Herbs And Spices
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Author : James Allen Moseley
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2020-05-11
The Mystery Of Herbs And Spices written by James Allen Moseley and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-05-11 with categories.
Herbs and spices. They impart glory to food, and variety to life. They are what separate the mere cook from the gourmet. But they can be confusing. What is the difference between an herb and a spice? What foods do they go with? And don't you feel silly, not knowing if you are supposed to say "herb" or "erb"?You might think a gourmet, who understands such things, is a sort of wizard -- that's what people thought in the Middle Ages, when users of herbal medicines were accused of witchcraft and burnt!But to people who grow up in India or Thailand, exotic spices are common. They use a wealth of seasonings as casually as we scatter ketchup and pepper.Cooking with cardamom or cumin might seem a mystery of subtle kitchens, but did you know that ordinary pepper was once precious and rare? If you lived in Europe seven hundred years ago, you could pay your rent or taxes in peppercorns, counting them out like coins. You could have bought a horse for a pound of saffron; a pound of ginger would get you a cow; and a pound of nutmeg was worth seven fat oxen. If you were an exceptionally lucky bride, your father might give you peppercorns as a dowry. Now consider how casually we dash a bit of pepper over a fried egg today!Like anything else, herbs and spices are easy to use when you are familiar with them. But, like nothing else, the story of spices is laced with adventure. Ferdinand Magellan launched the first voyage around our planet. By the time he reached the Pacific Ocean, he had been out of touch with civilization for a year. Sailing from the west coast of South America, he headed out onto a briny desert of burning glass. He had no maps. He had no radio. He had ridiculously small and leaky ships. He was going where no one had ever gone before. The hissing swells of the Pacific would take him four frightening months to cross, without laying eyes once on land. There would be nothing like this adventure for another five hundred years -- not until our exploration of space. Magellan died out there in the unknown. Only eighteen of his 237 sailors straggled back to Spain. What did they have to show for it? Silver? Gold? Scientific discoveries? No...nutmegs and cloves! Twenty-six tons of them -- enough to pay for the entire cost of the voyage and make a profit of 500 gold ducats for every shareholder.No one doubted for one second that the whole adventure had been worth it!Spices. They enhance our food. That's all.But, since the human race began to dream, the story of spices has enchanted our fantasy as well.Where do they come from? Why are they so enticing? In what new ways can we use them?This is a book of discovery. Unfurl your sails, like Magellan, and follow the fragrance of spices and herbs to their source, gather their lore, and let them not only season your cooking, but enrich your enjoyment of life.
World Of Herbs
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Author : Lesley Bremness
language : en
Publisher: Gramercy
Release Date : 1995
World Of Herbs written by Lesley Bremness and has been published by Gramercy this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995 with Cookery (Herbs) categories.
A practical guide to using herbs in cooking, cosmetics, health, and home decoration. Explores each plant -- presents oils, recipes -- appetizers to desserts; -- potions and remedies, tips on gardening and aromatic uses, history and folklore, more. Scattered line drawings.
The World Of Herbs Spices
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Author : James K. McNair
language : en
Publisher: Ortho Books
Release Date : 1978
The World Of Herbs Spices written by James K. McNair and has been published by Ortho Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1978 with Cooking categories.
A complete guide to 240 of the best for gardening, cooking and family crafts.
The Encyclopedia Of Spices Herbs
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Author : Padma Lakshmi
language : en
Publisher: HarperCollins
Release Date : 2016-10-04
The Encyclopedia Of Spices Herbs written by Padma Lakshmi and has been published by HarperCollins this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-10-04 with Cooking categories.
From the Emmy-nominated host of the award-winning Top Chef, an A-to-Z compendium of spices, herbs, salts, peppers, and blends, with beautiful photography and a wealth of explanation, history, and cooking advice. “A beautiful book by Padma Lakshmi featuring an extensive catalogue and helpful recommendations on how best to use these ingredients to create full-flavored dishes. A great resource for any chef or home cook.” -- Eric Ripert Award-winning cookbook author and television host Padma Lakshmi, inspired by her life of traveling across the globe, brings together the world’s spices and herbs in a vibrant, comprehensive alphabetical guide. This definitive culinary reference book is illustrated with rich color photographs that capture the essence of a diverse range of spices and their authentic flavors. The Encyclopedia of Spices and Herbs includes complete descriptions, histories, and cooking suggestions for ingredients from basic herbs to the most exotic seeds and chilies, as well as information on toasting spices, making teas, and infusing various oils and vinegars. And no other market epitomizes Padma’s love for spices and global cuisine than where she spent her childhood—lingering in the aisles of the iconic gourmet food store Kalustyan’s, in New York City. Perfect for the holiday season and essential to any well-stocked kitchen or cooking enthusiast, The Encyclopedia of Spices and Herbs is an invaluable resource as well as a stunning and adventurous tour of some of the most wondrous and majestic flavors on earth.
Herbs And Spices
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Author : Susan Hollister
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2019-11-17
Herbs And Spices written by Susan Hollister and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-11-17 with categories.
Enjoy the Best Herbs and Spices From Around the World Whether you want to (1) Amaze your taste buds with incredible new flavors (2) Discover how to easily use all the healing benefits of the world's best herbs and spices or (3) make meal times fun and exciting again, then be sure to get this book! Add Flavor To Your Life The average person uses limited flavorings to make their food taste better. They might use salt, pepper and garlic powder, but that can become boring after a while. In this book you will learn how to use herbs like basil, dill, tarragon or paprika to make your meals taste delicious. Even exotic herbs like Ajwan, Espazote and Mahleb can easily be found online or in area stores. Give Your Life A Power Boost Included in this book are 100 of the best herbs and spices from around the world! Each of them comes with a picture of what they look like, how you can grow them, how you can harvest them, the best ways to store them and how you can easily use them in your life. It will now be easy to keep indigestion to a minimum, lower blood sugar, lower cholesterol and reduce inflammation. Reap Incredible Health Benefits Herbs and Spices are amazing healers and preventative aids to keep our bodies healthy and they are delicious as well. They have been used to flavor food and heal the body for centuries. Spices and herbs work well together in order to make food taste better and keep the body in good health. They can relieve the symptoms of a cold, help to heal a urinary tract infection or help to stop cholesterol from forming in your arteries. They are antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, antibiotic and they contain all kinds of vitamins and minerals that can help your immune system work better. What Will You Learn? Easy ways to implement the amazing benefits of herbs and spices into your daily life. Spices and Herbs that will delight your tongue and tickle your taste buds. How to choose the best herb or spice for your particular needs. The incredible variety of flavors available to you, such as Mediterranean, Earthy, Citrus, Sweet, Hot, Spicy and Exotic. Herbs and spices you may never have experienced before from other cultures. You Will Also Discover: How to flavor your meals just right to make them tasty and exciting. How to grow your own Herbs and Spices and store them properly. How to optimally utilize all the amazing healing properties of the herbs and spices featured in this book. Isn't it about time you made your meals exciting again? Spice Up Your Life: Get this book now!
Cooking With Herbs And Spices
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2016
Cooking With Herbs And Spices written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016 with Cooking (Herbs) categories.