Herbal Medicine 101: Cilantro or Coriander
Cilantro and Coriander are the same plant - one is the tops and the other is the seeds. Until recently, this plant was also called "Chinese celery", and was not found in its fresh forms in most American grocery stores. The reason is that most people of European heritage have a genetic predisposition to find the scent absolutely disgusting! But, now it is a popular herb as Americans have come to appreciate Mexican, South American and Asian food. Before then, the seeds were mostly used as a pickling spice. Its medicinal, detoxifying and even narcotic properties have been documented for thousands of years. This now common kitchen herb will probably surprise you!
Big changes to the Southern Appalachian Herbs podcast!
Show 309: Anemone
You asked me, and I have done it. For years, people have requested a video version of the podcast. I never really understood why anyone wanted to see my face. But, as of this week, The Southern Appalachian Herbs podcast now has a video version on youtube. The audio version remains unchanged and will still be available on your favorite podcasting platform.
https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/p/big-changes-to-the-southern-appalachian
Fish on Fridays: Grilled Fish with lemon and herbs
https://judsonc.substack.com/p/fish-on-fridays-grilled-fish-with
From The Omnivore’s Guide to Home Cooking: Broth and Stock
Until recently, I think most folks knew the difference between a stock and a broth. But then came the “Bone Broth” fad. So called Bone Broth is certainly nutritious and I am glad people are making it, but it confused definitions and clouded the understanding of cooking.
Read more:
https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/p/from-the-omnivores-guide-to-home-0c6
