Quick Guide to Every Herb and Spice in the Cupboard

(Image credit: Jag_cz/Shutterstock) Ever get coriander confused with cumin? Or wonder just what exactly curry powder is made out of? As much for our benefit as for yours, we've put together this quick reference guide to all the most common (and some uncommon) herbs and spices! For any herb or spice listed below, click on the name to read the full description. We'll continue adding to this list as we cover more of the seasonings we use in our cooking. Dried Herbs & Spices Asafoetida (Asafetida) - Used as a digestive aid in Indian cooking, asafoetida has a strong odor that mellows out into a garlic-onion flavor. (Image credit: mythja/Shutterstock) Fresh Herbs Basil (also: Thai Basil) - Highly aromatic with a robust licorice flavor. Ras El-Hanout (Image credit: Quanthem/Shutterstock) Spice Blends, Rubs & Mixes Baharat - Black pepper, cumin, cinnamon, and cloves. Are there any herbs or spices you've been wondering about?

26 Foods You Should Learn To Cook In Your Twenties All the Good Blog Names are Taken » Savory Bacon Kale Frittata I’m still reeling from the shock of not having won the lottery, and, $500 million poorer than anticipated, headed back into the kitchen where I am destined to spend every evening (at least until I win the next one). I love breakfast, lunch and dinner and everything in between, but there’s something I especially love about a leisurely breakfast, especially if it’s not too much work and but looks and tastes delicious. Maybe because it’s so rare to be able to have a lovely meal, enjoy the daylight and tell yourself that you have the rest of the day to burn the calories off. Speaking of, my calves are still growing from the new workout schedule. The other day, when I zipped up my boots, I could actually feel my pulse in my calves. I’ve mentioned before that I belong to a CSA so I’m always trying to come up with creative ways to use the produce. So one spring Saturday, I took out some very pretty eggs. I think these eggs look lovely and peaceful. Spring break is over, friends. Ingredients

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