Spice It Up Learning Lesson
The Self-Learning segments provide an in-depth look at important topics within each of the Families, Food, and Fitness areas. Each learning area is made up of multiple sections that may take more time than other material on the site to complete. Because the learning areas present more information, we suggest you set aside 15 – 30 minutes to enjoy the full benefit of each Self-Learning segment.
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| Allspice | Clove, cinnamon, nutmeg combined. Try with pot roast, meat loaf, combined casseroles, curries desserts, vegetable soup. |
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| Bay Leaf | Heavy, use sparingly. Try with soups, stews, roasts, poultry, fish. |
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| Basil | Mild peppery with trace of mint and clove. Try with tomato sauces, salad, dressings, poultry, fish, Italian/Mediterranean dishes. |
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| Caraway Seeds | Like licorice, lightens flavor of heavy foods. Try with breads, cooked cabbage, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cauliflower, borscht soup, goulash, sausage, spareribs. |
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| Chervil | Warm, part-anise, part-parsley flavor. Try with omelets or green beans. |
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| Chives | Mild, sweet onion taste. Try with salads, omelets or potatoes. |
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| Curry Powder | Blend of spices, unusual flavor, from India. Try with soups, rice casseroles, chicken or sauces. |
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| Dill | Slightly sweet with sharp tang. Try with fish, eggs, carrots, cauliflower, spinach, apples, potatoes, cucumbers or dips/sauces. |
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| Garlic | Strong, pungent. Try with meat, fish, poultry, salads, sauces or soups. |
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| Fennel | Soft, nutty, anise/celery. Try with fish, cabbage, soups, salads or breads. |
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| Marjoram | Mild oregano taste, hint of balsam. Try with stuffing, eggplant or squash. |
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| Mint | Cool, refreshing, sweet. Try with tea, fruit, carrots or peas. |
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| Oregano | Pungent, peppery, slight-bitter. Try with tomatoes, mushrooms, poultry or lentils. |
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| Parsley | Gentle flavor. Try with chicken, shellfish, pasta or potatoes. |
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| Rosemary | Bold, piney. Try with meat, fish, poultry, sauces, stews or vegetables. |
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| Sage | Pleasantly bitter, lemony zest. Try with breads, stuffing or potatoes. |
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| Summer Savory | Light, sweet, peppery tang. Try with beans, lentils and vegetable juices. |
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| Tarragon | Anise-like. Try with chicken, fish, vegetables or vinaigrette. |
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| Thyme | Pleasant, fresh taste with faint clove aftertaste. Try with poultry, salad dressing, dried beans or soups. |
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Resources
Interactive Spice Guide
Glossary
Resources/Tools
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