Archive for the ‘Spices’ Category

Buying Organic Eggs for Easter?…Then What About The Dye?

Posted 19 Mar 2008 — by chefshirle
Category Easter Eggs, Organic Produce, Spices

Organically Dyed Easter Eggs

Well friends, here we are at the doorstep of Spring when colorful eggs lay hidden in yards and children run about like little freaks searching them out.

So I ask…you spend the extra cash to buy organic eggs, so why not dye them organically?

Back in the olden days of Persia, people would give each other dyed eggs as a symbol of springs arrival and rebirth. With that said, we know that Paas Color Kits were not around. So, what did they use to dye the eggs?

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Spices & Herbs 101

Posted 10 Mar 2008 — by chefshirle
Category Herbs, Kitchen Tips, Spices

Spices- beauty shot

Confused by coriander? Stumped by savory? What is the dif between dried and fresh in the herb world? Well, hopefully this tiny tutorial might help ease your fear of flavorful spices and herbs. It’s easy to add flavor to a recipe without adding salt or sugar, simply use herbs and spices to contribute color, savory taste and sensational aroma, without adding the fat and sodium. So let’s get spicy!

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