Herbs & Spices

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Includes index.
Update of first edition published 2002.
Introducing herbs -- Fresh and mild herbs -- Sweet herbs -- Citrus or tart herbs -- Licorice or anise herbs -- Minty herbs -- Oniony herbs -- Bitter or astringent herbs -- Pungent and spicy herbs -- Preparing herbs -- Introducing spices -- Nutty spices -- Sweet spices -- Acidic and fruity spices -- Citrus spices -- Licorice or anise spices -- Warm and earthy spices -- Bitter or astringent spices -- Pungent spices -- Preparing spices -- Salt -- Blending herbs and spices -- Cooking with herbs and spices.
Herbs & Spices is the essential cook's companion, now redesigned and updated with all new recipes. A classic reference, the best-selling Herbs & Spices is a trusted resource in the kitchen, with more than 200 unique herbs and spices from around the world showcased alongside gorgeous, full-color photography, flavor notes, and pairings. This new, updated edition includes the newest herbs, spices, and flavorings influencing global cuisine today, plus more than 180 recipes for main dishes, marinades, pastas, pickles, and sauces. Part spice cookbook, part kitchen encyclopedia, Herbs & Spices offers handy seasoning how-tos: How to identify and choose the best herbs, spices, and other flavorings. How to prepare and cook with them to ensure you are making the most of their flavors. How to make your own blends, spice rubs, sauces, and more--then customize them for your family's palate. Herbs & Spices is perfect for beginning cooks just setting up a kitchen, foodies exploring the deliciously exotic mash-ups of today's modern cooking, and experts looking for ways to experiment with new flavor combinations. This practical illustrated reference book gives you all the guidance you need to become a master of seasonings and to make tantalizing food from around the world.

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