<p>A whole culture has grown up around herbs and spices (H&S) and they have been purported through the ages to have many magical qualities. The actual properties of some H&S play an important part in their use in cooking, as they can preserve food, help the digestion, or act as an antiseptic. This comprehensive guide to H&S includes: what are they?; their origin and geographical distribution; history; medicinal properties and uses; composition; effects on the human body; in folk medicine; in diet; growing and preparing; pick your own; storing; equipment; hints for herbalists; and mixed herbs, spices and condiments. Color plates with list of H&S and their uses.</p>

Kitchen Herbs and Spices: A Comprehensive Guide for Enthusiastic Cooks and Herbalists With Suggestions for Uses

Dagmar Lanska

Bohumir Hlava

Cookbooks, Food & Wine

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Kitchen Herbs and Spices: A Comprehensive Guide for Enthusiastic Cooks and Herbalists With Suggestions for Uses