Spices and Herbs - Eric
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- 3. These are dried leaves. They tend to grow in harsh mountainous climates and they are used in Mediterranian dishes.
- 4. These are dried leaves. Commonly used in Italian cuisines. The principal supplier of this herb is Turkey.
- 5. This is a dried herb. It is usually used in Greek, Italian, and European dishes. It comes from Salvia officinalis leaves.
- 6. Classified in Ancient Egypt as a health-promoting spice. It was also used for vinegar sauces in Greece and Rome.
- 7. During the middle ages, a pound of this costed the same as a sheep
- 8. Carried in the mouths of ancient Mesopotamian. It tended to freshen their breath.
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- 1. The dried inner bark of evergreen trees. It usually pairs well with sweet dishes.
- 2. Commonly used in breads. It was also used as an antiseptic for post-operation wounds.
- 5. An aromatic plant grown in ancient Mesopotamia. It was also used in Greek medicinal science.
- 7. Widely used in many different ancient cultures. Its first recorded use was by the ancient Egyptian laborers who worked on the construction of the pyramids.