Spices & Seasonings

Recent Answers

2009-10-26 Herbs - Herbs to grow:

Brenda: The first suggestion is to contact State extension service dept. for soil conditions needed for herbs. Go to books by tom debaggio on amazon. There is a "big book of herbs" by debaggio & arthur

2009-10-20 Herbs - insect repelling herbs:

James: I have heard about catnip for the mosquitos, but no testimonies. I have a list that I have used for some insects. Lemon thyme,lemon balm mint, citronella grass,lemon grass,eucalyptus, lemon,peppermint

2009-10-15 Herbs - School Science Fair Questions:

Abigail: I wish I could tell about the different light on basil. I do know that basil in the summer needs complete morning sun. It prefers the high light and heat. I find the grow lights work well for

2009-10-10 Herbs - freezing herbs:

Nasreen: I can only give you of a few herbs that I have frozen and did well. Mint,ginger, parsley, rosemary,garlic. Allow to thaw out a little before putting in recipe. Try putting basil in ice cubes

2009-09-25 Spices & Seasonings - To much Seasoning:

Howdy Traci, Adding cream would my first choice, Add 1/2 cup of cream with a tablespoon of sugar. The cream will dilute the seasoning and the sugar will tone down the taste. You did not tell me how