All About Herbs and Spices: Get to Know Your Favorite Flavorings | Foodal https://foodal.com/category/knowledge/herbs-spices/ Food, Fun, Drinks Fri, 01 Mar 2024 20:17:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://foodal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/cropped-Foodal-Letter-Logo-512-32x32.png All About Herbs and Spices: Get to Know Your Favorite Flavorings | Foodal https://foodal.com/category/knowledge/herbs-spices/ 32 32 7 Types of Basil for Adding Floral Vibrance to Your Meals https://foodal.com/knowledge/herbs-spices/spice-meals-new-basil-varieties/ https://foodal.com/knowledge/herbs-spices/spice-meals-new-basil-varieties/#comments Thu, 29 Feb 2024 02:50:00 +0000 https://foodal.com/?p=6068 With different varieties and cultivars, basil is an herb that offers a range of flavors and aromas. Learn how to use our seven favorites in the kitchen. We recommend what works well for classics like Italian pesto, and what will surprise and delight in recipes like buttery shortbread and refreshing popsicles. Read more.

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]]> https://foodal.com/knowledge/herbs-spices/ginger/feed/ 23 How to Preserve Fresh Herbs https://foodal.com/knowledge/things-that-preserve/preserve-herbs/ https://foodal.com/knowledge/things-that-preserve/preserve-herbs/#comments Thu, 25 May 2023 02:10:22 +0000 https://foodal.com/?p=3670 Are you sad that your fresh herb garden has such a short life span? Your beautiful aromatics can be preserved in a variety of different ways. This helpful guide will teach you everything you need to know on how to store all of your favorite herbs at the end of the gardening season and beyond. Read more now.

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]]> https://foodal.com/knowledge/things-that-preserve/preserve-herbs/feed/ 19 9 Types of Aromatic Mint for Garnishes and More https://foodal.com/knowledge/herbs-spices/aromatic-mint/ https://foodal.com/knowledge/herbs-spices/aromatic-mint/#respond Wed, 26 Apr 2023 14:00:09 +0000 https://foodal.com/?p=110052 Mint is an aromatic herb used in various recipes, from jelly and roasted lamb to cocktails and ice cream. And while you are likely very familiar with peppermint candy canes and spearmint gum, more exciting flavors await your discovery. Read on to discover nine types of mint that are sure to make your taste buds tingle.

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]]> https://foodal.com/knowledge/herbs-spices/aromatic-mint/feed/ 0 Get Your Seasonings in Order: The Best Spice Racks https://foodal.com/kitchen/general-kitchenware/guides-general-kitchenware/best-spice-racks/ https://foodal.com/kitchen/general-kitchenware/guides-general-kitchenware/best-spice-racks/#comments Fri, 03 Mar 2023 01:50:59 +0000 https://foodal.com/?p=20972 Looking for the best spice rack? One that will keep everything organized? Foodal’s got you covered, with reviews of the best models. Once you discover how to efficiently organize your seasonings, you’ll have a lot more fun cooking and baking instead of rummaging around the whole time. Check out all of the options now.

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]]> https://foodal.com/kitchen/general-kitchenware/guides-general-kitchenware/best-spice-racks/feed/ 23 Spicy Wasabi: A Rare Rhizome with Huge Flavor https://foodal.com/knowledge/herbs-spices/spicy-wasabi-rare-rhizome/ https://foodal.com/knowledge/herbs-spices/spicy-wasabi-rare-rhizome/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2023 00:00:38 +0000 https://foodal.com/?p=40794 Do you think wasabi is just that green blob you’re too afraid to eat on your sushi plate? Think again! Wasabi is an extraordinary rare plant with a vibrant flavor and spicy punch. Learn exactly what it is, how to buy it, how to prep and store it at home, and how to use it in your own kitchen. Read more now.

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]]> https://foodal.com/knowledge/herbs-spices/spicy-wasabi-rare-rhizome/feed/ 2 The Scoop on Szechuan Peppercorns https://foodal.com/knowledge/herbs-spices/szechuan-peppercorns/ https://foodal.com/knowledge/herbs-spices/szechuan-peppercorns/#comments Wed, 14 Jul 2021 20:26:38 +0000 https://foodal.com/?p=97110 Brimming with fruity notes and complemented by an undeniably citrusy character, Szechuan peppercorns may be small, but they bring big flavor to the table. Though these pods aren’t necessarily peppery, they pack a prickly punch. Read more now for all the facts behind these magically mouth-numbing pink berries.

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]]> https://foodal.com/knowledge/herbs-spices/ras-el-hanout/feed/ 3 How to Make Easy Herb-Infused Olive Oil https://foodal.com/knowledge/herbs-spices/make-beautiful-tasty-herbed-oils/ https://foodal.com/knowledge/herbs-spices/make-beautiful-tasty-herbed-oils/#comments Fri, 17 May 2019 17:20:03 +0000 https://foodal.com/?p=4492 Want to take your favorite fresh herbs and create something with truly spectacular flavor? Make easy herb-infused olive oil at home. You can use it in salad dressings, pasta dishes, artisan breads, and so much more. It takes less time than you think, and you'll have so much fun trying different combinations. Read more.

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