Spices

Do not think of mint leaves as only for a garnish or decoration. These bright green leaves add a refreshing flavor to desserts, entrees and sides. While you may know of peppermint and spearmint,...

Rosemary is a strong herb and needs to be used sparingly so that it will enhance rather than overpower certain dishes. Rosemary works well with foods that are relatively bland or need a slight,...

Growing your own stevia plant gives you access to an all-natural alternative to sugar. Stevia leaf is sweeter than sugar, so you need much less in recipes. You can use the leaves of a stevia plant...

Basil is a popular, versatile herb. It bears broad, oval leaves and comes in a variety of greens. It is used in both savory and sweet recipes and is relatively easy to grow. The trick to growing...

Fresh sage leaves can be dried and ground for cooking. Herbs that are dried and ground at home from fresh herbs are much more flavorful and aromatic than herbs purchased in a store. The photo to...

File' is used in Gumbo to enhance the flavor which is unique to Cajun cuisine. File' is made of leaves from the Sasafras tree. Gumbo is similar to soup, however, with a Louisiana personality.

The bay leaf is one of the oldest spices in the world and refers to the leaves of the laurel bay plant. They are picked, then dried for couple of weeks in order for their full flavor to flourish....

File Powder is an essential ingredient in New Orleans cooking. There is no need to buy file (pronounced "filay") powder from a gourmet shop. You can make your own to have on hand for the...

Stevia is a natural plant native to South America. Stevia extract is over 200 times sweeter than sugar, but is nontoxic and noncarcinogenic, making it safe for human consumption. Stevia can be...

Bay leaf is great for cooking. It make food smell delicious. Dried bay leaves fragrant is herbal.

The Aerogarden allows you to grow herbs such as cilantro in your own kitchen year round. It has built in plant lighting, an aeroponic optimizing chamber which suspends the plant roots in air at...

Every chef should have mint growing in the windowsill, as it grows quickly and easily and has many culinary uses. While there are many types of mint, spearmint and peppermint are the most common...

In the herb family, pineapple sage is the master of disguises, as this beautiful garden plant with red flowers smells just like fresh pineapple when you bruise the leaves. Pineapple sage ready for...

The strong and complex flavor of sage has slightly bitter hints of camphor and lemon. Prized for its medicinal and culinary uses, sage is most common in turkey stuffing on Thanksgiving and...

Savory, an herb which is synonymous with bold, flavorful foods, has a peppery flavor that can be used in a wide assortment of meals. Often called the "bean herb," summer savory is a digestive aid...

In Eastern Asia, the herb tarragon is known as "little dragon" for its crawling root system and the belief that it can cure various snakebites and insect bites. Today, you can use the bittersweet...

Native to India, basil is a popular cooking spice around the world, and is now commonly correlated with Italian dishes. Basil is one of the easiest herbs to grow, with large aromatic green leaves...

Whether you purchase fresh herbs from the market, or harvest them from your own garden, air-drying herbs is the easiest and cheapest way to enjoy them long after the growing season has passed.

Spices and herbs play an important role in creating delicious dishes. Once you start incorporating a few spices and herbs into your dishes, your food will impress everyone. Here is a listing of...

Lovage has a name that makes one think of romance. In fact, that led the herb to be frequently used in love potions and aphrodisiacs. Its name, however, actually comes from where it originally...

The scented geraniums come in such a variety of flavors and scents that you could designate an entire greenhouse to them. If you love apricot, they have it. If mint is your preference, taste...

If you purchase a package or herbs, or grow your own, you face the challenge of using the fresh herbs quickly,...