complementary herbs and foods
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Complementary Herbs and Foods
Seasonings for Vegetables
Asparagus: Lemon juice, dry mustard, or thyme Broccoli: Lemon juice or dill Brussel Sprouts: Lemon juice; white-wine vinegar with dry mustard and/or dill Cabbage: Lemon juice; white-wine vinegar with dry mustard and/or oregano Carrots: Honey, maple syrup, thyme, or dill Cauliflower: Parsley and nutmeg; dill and tarragon Corn: Garlic; onion and paprika Eggplant: Thyme, garlic, and oregano Green Beans: Garlic, onion, or dill Mushrooms: Garlic, onion, or basil Peas: Rosemary or thyme (or both) Potatoes: Onion or garlic (or both) Sweet potatoes: Nutmeg or cinnamon Tomatoes: Basil and garlic; chives Winter Squash: Brown sugar, maple syrup, nutmeg
Seasonings for Meats
Beef: Basil, garlic, oregano, onions, parsley, rosemary, thyme, allspice, cayenne, chili powder, cloves, paprika
Eggs: Basil, chives, tarragon, thyme Fish: Basil, dill, chives, parsley, rosemary, thyme, tarragon Lamb: Garlic, mint, onions, oregano, parsley, sage, rosemary, thyme Poultry: Basil, curry, garlic, rosemary, sage, thyme
Grocery Shopping Helpful Hints
Make a list of ingredients you need BEFORE leaving home! Check expiration dates (important for dairy, meat, and seafood) Watch for seafood and meat specials! Never buy dented cans (increases possibility of bacterial growth) When buying eggs: open the carton and check for cracks/broken eggs