Category: Tasty

WILD PLANTS USED FOR MAKING SUN TEA

9/13/2012

Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica)
High in vitamin C, Beta-carotene and amino acids. One of the most protein-rich plants, also contains calcium, magnesium, iron and potassium. A spring tonic can be made from stinging nettle that cleanses the kidney and bladder and is good for strengthening hair, nails and skin. Traditionally it was used externally to treat arthritis by whipping or rubbing whole plants on affected areas

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Savory Herbal Butter

9/9/2012

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There're so many possibilities for creating your own herbal butter! Who doesn't love soft, creamy butter? I just love the way they look. Whether you use Hotel Bar Butter or any of the other natural alternatives, this recipe can be a savory addition to your breakfast, lunch or dinner. Another favorite of mine is mushrooms and scallions - make this for your guests this upcoming Fall season and have them ranting and raving over it.

You can spread it on toast, use it in soups, use it on sauteed veggies, mushrooms, or use a spoonful to soften baked potatoes spread with chives and sour cream. The uses of this herbal butter are endless.

Herbal Butter recipe
1 cup unsalted organic butter (or healthy butter alternative)

1 tablespoon garlic powder

2 tablespoons fresh parsley

1 tablespoon fresh oregano

1 teaspoon fresh thyme

In a bowl, mash the butter into a cream. Mix in the fresh garlic, parsley, oregano and thyme. Refrigerate for several hours before using.

Garlic
Garlic has been called the 'stinking rose' because of it's dual role as a pungent herb so strong smelling that it has been used to ward off evil spirits in India and Transylvania and as a cure-all or miracle drug renowned for it's health benefits which tastes great incorporated in an herb butter recipe.

It is rich in Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and selenium. It helps in digestion and helps with the iron metabolism of the body. It helps fight cardiovascular diseases by decreasing the rate of arthrosclerosis, blood pressure, and heart attacks. It also helps fight cancer because it contains antioxidants which fight free radicals and carcinogens.

Parsley
Parsley contains volatile oils and flavonoid such as myristicin, and luteolin which are beneficial for one's health. It also contains antioxidants such as Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and carotene which help neutralize carcinogens entering the body through food. The flavonoids also act as anti-oxidants. It also helps clear the respiratory tract and promotes a healthier cardiovascular system.

Oregano
Oregano has been called 'joy of the mountain' in Greek for it's warm, balsamic aroma and authentic Mediterranean taste especially when added into an herb butter recipe. It is effective as an antibacterial and is chock full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

Thyme
Thyme is a lovely herb most often used by the French to spruce up egg, vegetable, and meat dishes as well as soups and stews. Along with many other herbs, it is nutrient dense with many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It also acts to kill microbes from the intestinal system.

Do you have any herbal butter recipes to share?

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Yendys' Green Tea Limeade

9/8/2012

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This is the first time I made this recipe and one of my clients called it 'a contract negotiator!' I was inspired by a cup of a similar drink I shared with my youngest a few days ago. I’m a huge fan of tea and for several years, I've been creating my own blends. I have combined different fruits with a variety of teas and lemonade because of the health benefits which I loved and appreciate even more.

For one gallon pitcher:

brew 1/2 cup of green tea
squeeze 12 - 14 fresh limes
garnish with fresh mint sprigs
Brown sugar to taste (optional, of course)

Just pour and serve over a glass of ice.
Each serving is loaded with antioxidants.

Enjoy with friends!

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WILD PLANTS USED FOR MAKING SUN TEA

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