The Benefits Of Cooking With Herbs

Cooking with herbs is becoming more and more popular every day, and for a good reason. Herbs have practical value and serve a purpose. As far as I can remember herbs were always a big part of my family. They grew wildly in our yards and were used in almost every meal.

Cilantro (aka shadow benny) is one the most popular herb used along with garlic (my favorite :-) . Garlic is used in just about every meal as well, I could not image cooking without it, plus the health benefits for cholesterol and blood pressure cannot be denied. Cilantro greatly increases our ability to clear up recurring infections, both viral and bacterial especially when eaten with omega-3 enriched foods such as nuts.

Here is a marinade that can be used with anything you so choose to use it with :-)

My Green Seasoning Marinade:

1 tablespoon of fresh Rosemary

¼ cup each of coarsely chopped fresh cilantro, chives, celery, thyme, basil and ginger

1 clove of garlic (separated and peeled)

1 small onion

½ of 1 small red pepper

½ of a habanero (lower half and optional)

Methods:

  • Blend everything together in your food processor. Place in a jar or plastic container and store in your refrigerator until all used up :-)

When using with fish make sure to squeeze the juice of 1 lemon or lime, and it will intensify the flavors giving you a watering mouth taste :-)

You should also try creating your own variations to suit your taste buds and the recipe you are preparing. Find this marinade and many delicacious recipes in my cookbook ” Recipes From A Sweet Trini Girl“.

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