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Herbs & Spices, page 2

Fresh herbs, dried spices and the sauces they build: how to use, store and substitute them, and how to season any dish with confidence.

Herbs & Spices

Shelled walnuts and whole almonds arranged side by side on a wooden board

Walnuts Vs. Almonds

Join us as we compare walnuts and almonds, the two major contenders of the most nutritious nuts, to find which of these is more beneficial than the other...

Coarse sea salt crystals and fine table salt in small dishes, showing their contrasting texture and color

Truly Surprising Differences Between Sea Salt and Table Salt

Sea salt and table salt differ from each other, right from the method of extraction to the physical properties such as the color, texture, taste, and flavor. We shall see the differences between sea salt and table salt, with respect to the aforementioned physical properties, and know the health concerns associated with excessive consumption of salt.

A jar of ginger puree, a halved ginger root, and an ice cube tray of frozen puree cubes

Frozen Ginger Puree Recipe

Ginger root is a very interesting spice which is used for preparing various mouth-watering recipes. Learn how to make frozen ginger puree so that you have it handy when a recipe calls for it.

Fresh herbs and whole spices arranged on a wooden board while a dish is seasoned with a sprinkle of chopped herbs

Spice: The Variety of Life

Seasoning with herbs and spices makes any dish flavorsome and aromatic, as long as you don’t overdo it, and the seasonings are fresh.