Why Use Organic Herbs and Spices?

By Anne Harvester, published Mar 04, 2008
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Organic herbs and spices add zest to your favorite dishes, and several also offer superior medicinal qualities. Some organic herbs are suited to making teas, while others are appropriate for use in perfumes. Purchasing bulk organic herbs makes the use of organic herbs and spices even more cost effective.

Some organic herbs and spices are used in the making of sweet dishes. Orange peel, for example, is a wonderful component of many cookie, pancake and quick bread recipes when a touch of citrus is required to bring out the best in the total combination of ingredients used.

Organic spices can also be used in many of your favorite savory recipes. Dill is wonderful used in stuffed grape leaves' filling, as well as in tartar sauces. Organic spices such as curry powder can take a meal that might be otherwise bland and bring it to a new level of taste with the addition of this zesty spice. Organic bay leaves can be used in a plethora of different recipes from many cuisines from around the world, including simmered bean dishes, soups, and sauces. Fresh organic cumin seed can be ground at home in small batches for the freshest flavor.

Perfumes for the body and household can be made out of organic essential oils. You can choose to relax with the scent of lavender or lemon organic essential oils wafting around the air from your bath. Other tantalizing scents you might enjoy are orange, peppermint and rosemary. Each offers the senses a slightly different aromatic experience, yet all are enjoyable.

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