Guest guest Posted August 23, 2004 Report Share Posted August 23, 2004 I asked my husband about herb gardening last night (he's in L.A. at the moment). He mentioned that if you planned on transferring your plants to the ground, use planting soil, not potting soil. He also said that once you plant, you should sprinkle a little bit of 7UP on the leaves and soil, because it will actually enhance the flavor of the herbs. You don't want to do too much though, because sugar can attract ants. Also, you want to plant herbs in areas that do not get direct sunlight. He reminded me that rosemary tends to grow large and the leaves are sticky, so you might want to think carefully before planting that particular herb. He will be at the September meeting, and should be able to answer any specific questions you may have. When cooking with herbs, fresh is best. I have found the cheapest cooking herbs at Central Market for $1 per bunch. I store my fresh herbs in the refrigerator, in a glass with a tiny bit of water so they last longer. To use them in cooking, I take scissors and cut off small pieces. Also, when we want to make a bouquet garni (a bunch of mixed pungent herbs) to throw in a soup, we put them in a tea ball (the container you put loose tea in, for steeping) so that the leaves don't get mixed in with the soup. (Like bay leaves, which taste bad if you bite into them.) My mother-in-law taught me that one. In addition, I use pepper grinders to pulverize pickling spices, which I also like to use in soups and stir-fry dishes. (Another gift from my mother-in-law.) What I am most in love with right now is thyme. Fresh thyme smells and tastes nothing like ground thyme-- it's a rich, warm scent. It goes great with homemade breads, soups and salads. Best-- Courtenay. Courtenay, (did I spell that right?)I am very intersted in growing an herb garden/cooking with herbs...do you and your husband have hints? -e- Yahoo! Groups Sponsor ADVERTISEMENT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 24, 2004 Report Share Posted August 24, 2004 So, when are you going to have us all over for dinner? :-) LOL Have a good day~ -----Original Message-----From: Courtenay Sent: Monday, August 23, 2004 4:57 PMTo: Texas_Thyroid_Groups Subject: Re: fresh herbs/aromatics I asked my husband about herb gardening last night (he's in L.A. at the moment). He mentioned that if you planned on transferring your plants to the ground, use planting soil, not potting soil. He also said that once you plant, you should sprinkle a little bit of 7UP on the leaves and soil, because it will actually enhance the flavor of the herbs. You don't want to do too much though, because sugar can attract ants. Also, you want to plant herbs in areas that do not get direct sunlight. He reminded me that rosemary tends to grow large and the leaves are sticky, so you might want to think carefully before planting that particular herb. He will be at the September meeting, and should be able to answer any specific questions you may have. When cooking with herbs, fresh is best. I have found the cheapest cooking herbs at Central Market for $1 per bunch. I store my fresh herbs in the refrigerator, in a glass with a tiny bit of water so they last longer. To use them in cooking, I take scissors and cut off small pieces. Also, when we want to make a bouquet garni (a bunch of mixed pungent herbs) to throw in a soup, we put them in a tea ball (the container you put loose tea in, for steeping) so that the leaves don't get mixed in with the soup. (Like bay leaves, which taste bad if you bite into them.) My mother-in-law taught me that one. In addition, I use pepper grinders to pulverize pickling spices, which I also like to use in soups and stir-fry dishes. (Another gift from my mother-in-law.) What I am most in love with right now is thyme. Fresh thyme smells and tastes nothing like ground thyme-- it's a rich, warm scent. It goes great with homemade breads, soups and salads. Best-- Courtenay. Courtenay, (did I spell that right?)I am very intersted in growing an herb garden/cooking with herbs...do you and your husband have hints? -e- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 24, 2004 Report Share Posted August 24, 2004 I have a herb garden of sorts in my yard... problem is, I have a beautiful red dobermonster that absolutely loves the herbs, and takes a bite any chance she gets. <g> So we both enjoy the fresh herbs. But as you can guess, I have the dog with the best smelling breath on the block. I think it's because she's a BARFer (eats bones and raw food), and she enjoys the herbs with her chicken. Cathryn > I asked my husband about herb gardening last night (he's in L.A. at > the moment). He mentioned that if you planned on transferring your > plants to the ground, use planting soil, not potting soil. He also > said that once you plant, you should sprinkle a little bit of 7UP on > the leaves and soil, because it will actually enhance the flavor of > the herbs. You don't want to do too much though, because sugar can > attract ants. Also, you want to plant herbs in areas that do not get > direct sunlight. > > He reminded me that rosemary tends to grow large and the leaves are > sticky, so you might want to think carefully before planting that > particular herb. > > He will be at the September meeting, and should be able to answer any > specific questions you may have. > > When cooking with herbs, fresh is best. I have found the cheapest > cooking herbs at Central Market for $1 per bunch. I store my fresh > herbs in the refrigerator, in a glass with a tiny bit of water so > they last longer. To use them in cooking, I take scissors and cut > off small pieces. > > Also, when we want to make a bouquet garni (a bunch of mixed pungent > herbs) to throw in a soup, we put them in a tea ball (the container > you put loose tea in, for steeping) so that the leaves don't get > mixed in with the soup. (Like bay leaves, which taste bad if you > bite into them.) My mother-in-law taught me that one. > > In addition, I use pepper grinders to pulverize pickling spices, > which I also like to use in soups and stir-fry dishes. (Another gift > from my mother-in-law.) > > What I am most in love with right now is thyme. Fresh thyme smells > and tastes nothing like ground thyme-- it's a rich, warm scent. It > goes great with homemade breads, soups and salads. > > Best-- > > Courtenay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 24, 2004 Report Share Posted August 24, 2004 I have a herb garden of sorts in my yard... problem is, I have a beautiful red dobermonster that absolutely loves the herbs, and takes a bite any chance she gets. <g> So we both enjoy the fresh herbs. But as you can guess, I have the dog with the best smelling breath on the block. I think it's because she's a BARFer (eats bones and raw food), and she enjoys the herbs with her chicken. Cathryn > I asked my husband about herb gardening last night (he's in L.A. at > the moment). He mentioned that if you planned on transferring your > plants to the ground, use planting soil, not potting soil. He also > said that once you plant, you should sprinkle a little bit of 7UP on > the leaves and soil, because it will actually enhance the flavor of > the herbs. You don't want to do too much though, because sugar can > attract ants. Also, you want to plant herbs in areas that do not get > direct sunlight. > > He reminded me that rosemary tends to grow large and the leaves are > sticky, so you might want to think carefully before planting that > particular herb. > > He will be at the September meeting, and should be able to answer any > specific questions you may have. > > When cooking with herbs, fresh is best. I have found the cheapest > cooking herbs at Central Market for $1 per bunch. I store my fresh > herbs in the refrigerator, in a glass with a tiny bit of water so > they last longer. To use them in cooking, I take scissors and cut > off small pieces. > > Also, when we want to make a bouquet garni (a bunch of mixed pungent > herbs) to throw in a soup, we put them in a tea ball (the container > you put loose tea in, for steeping) so that the leaves don't get > mixed in with the soup. (Like bay leaves, which taste bad if you > bite into them.) My mother-in-law taught me that one. > > In addition, I use pepper grinders to pulverize pickling spices, > which I also like to use in soups and stir-fry dishes. (Another gift > from my mother-in-law.) > > What I am most in love with right now is thyme. Fresh thyme smells > and tastes nothing like ground thyme-- it's a rich, warm scent. It > goes great with homemade breads, soups and salads. > > Best-- > > Courtenay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 24, 2004 Report Share Posted August 24, 2004 As soon as I'm feeling better. I love to give dinner parties! Best-- Courtenay. So, when are you going to have us all over for dinner? :-) LOL Have a good day~ -----Original Message----- From: Courtenay Sent: Monday, August 23, 2004 4:57 PM To: Texas_Thyroid_Groups Subject: Re: fresh herbs/aromatics I asked my husband about herb gardening last night (he's in L.A. at the moment). He mentioned that if you planned on transferring your plants to the ground, use planting soil, not potting soil. He also said that once you plant, you should sprinkle a little bit of 7UP on the leaves and soil, because it will actually enhance the flavor of the herbs. You don't want to do too much though, because sugar can attract ants. Also, you want to plant herbs in areas that do not get direct sunlight. He reminded me that rosemary tends to grow large and the leaves are sticky, so you might want to think carefully before planting that particular herb. He will be at the September meeting, and should be able to answer any specific questions you may have. When cooking with herbs, fresh is best. I have found the cheapest cooking herbs at Central Market for $1 per bunch. I store my fresh herbs in the refrigerator, in a glass with a tiny bit of water so they last longer. To use them in cooking, I take scissors and cut off small pieces. Also, when we want to make a bouquet garni (a bunch of mixed pungent herbs) to throw in a soup, we put them in a tea ball (the container you put loose tea in, for steeping) so that the leaves don't get mixed in with the soup. (Like bay leaves, which taste bad if you bite into them.) My mother-in-law taught me that one. In addition, I use pepper grinders to pulverize pickling spices, which I also like to use in soups and stir-fry dishes. (Another gift from my mother-in-law.) What I am most in love with right now is thyme. Fresh thyme smells and tastes nothing like ground thyme-- it's a rich, warm scent. It goes great with homemade breads, soups and salads. Best-- Courtenay. Courtenay, (did I spell that right?)I am very intersted in growing an herb garden/cooking with herbs...do you and your husband have hints? -e- Yahoo! Groups Sponsor ADVERTISEMENT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 24, 2004 Report Share Posted August 24, 2004 Dear Cathryn-- I giggled when I read your post because I have two dogs, a large sweeter-than-sweet chow mix and a friendly rat terrier-chihuahua mix. I know if we did any serious planting in the backyard they would be all over it. If you put 7Up on your herbs, that would be a good tasting snack for your canine. Have you tried sprinkling cayenne pepper on your plants as a temporary measure? My dogs don't bother with trash much, but the little one loves paper. After I first got her two years ago, I accidentally left a stack of graded papers on the floor. (I teach at the college level.) She took the one off of the top and nibbled holes in it. When I gave it back to the student, I had to explain, " you know the old story about 'the dog ate my homework'? Well, my dog ate your homework. " Best wishes-- Courtenay. I have a herb garden of sorts in my yard... problem is, I have a beautiful red dobermonster that absolutely loves the herbs, and takes a bite any chance she gets. <g> So we both enjoy the fresh herbs. But as you can guess, I have the dog with the best smelling breath on the block. I think it's because she's a BARFer (eats bones and raw food), and she enjoys the herbs with her chicken. Cathryn > I asked my husband about herb gardening last night (he's in L.A. at > the moment). He mentioned that if you planned on transferring your > plants to the ground, use planting soil, not potting soil. He also > said that once you plant, you should sprinkle a little bit of 7UP on > the leaves and soil, because it will actually enhance the flavor of > the herbs. You don't want to do too much though, because sugar can > attract ants. Also, you want to plant herbs in areas that do not get > direct sunlight. > > He reminded me that rosemary tends to grow large and the leaves are > sticky, so you might want to think carefully before planting that > particular herb. > > He will be at the September meeting, and should be able to answer any > specific questions you may have. > > When cooking with herbs, fresh is best. I have found the cheapest > cooking herbs at Central Market for $1 per bunch. I store my fresh > herbs in the refrigerator, in a glass with a tiny bit of water so > they last longer. To use them in cooking, I take scissors and cut > off small pieces. > > Also, when we want to make a bouquet garni (a bunch of mixed pungent > herbs) to throw in a soup, we put them in a tea ball (the container > you put loose tea in, for steeping) so that the leaves don't get > mixed in with the soup. (Like bay leaves, which taste bad if you > bite into them.) My mother-in-law taught me that one. > > In addition, I use pepper grinders to pulverize pickling spices, > which I also like to use in soups and stir-fry dishes. (Another gift > from my mother-in-law.) > > What I am most in love with right now is thyme. Fresh thyme smells > and tastes nothing like ground thyme-- it's a rich, warm scent. It > goes great with homemade breads, soups and salads. > > Best-- > > Courtenay. Yahoo! Groups Sponsor ADVERTISEMENT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 24, 2004 Report Share Posted August 24, 2004 Dear Cathryn-- I giggled when I read your post because I have two dogs, a large sweeter-than-sweet chow mix and a friendly rat terrier-chihuahua mix. I know if we did any serious planting in the backyard they would be all over it. If you put 7Up on your herbs, that would be a good tasting snack for your canine. Have you tried sprinkling cayenne pepper on your plants as a temporary measure? My dogs don't bother with trash much, but the little one loves paper. After I first got her two years ago, I accidentally left a stack of graded papers on the floor. (I teach at the college level.) She took the one off of the top and nibbled holes in it. When I gave it back to the student, I had to explain, " you know the old story about 'the dog ate my homework'? Well, my dog ate your homework. " Best wishes-- Courtenay. I have a herb garden of sorts in my yard... problem is, I have a beautiful red dobermonster that absolutely loves the herbs, and takes a bite any chance she gets. <g> So we both enjoy the fresh herbs. But as you can guess, I have the dog with the best smelling breath on the block. I think it's because she's a BARFer (eats bones and raw food), and she enjoys the herbs with her chicken. Cathryn > I asked my husband about herb gardening last night (he's in L.A. at > the moment). He mentioned that if you planned on transferring your > plants to the ground, use planting soil, not potting soil. He also > said that once you plant, you should sprinkle a little bit of 7UP on > the leaves and soil, because it will actually enhance the flavor of > the herbs. You don't want to do too much though, because sugar can > attract ants. Also, you want to plant herbs in areas that do not get > direct sunlight. > > He reminded me that rosemary tends to grow large and the leaves are > sticky, so you might want to think carefully before planting that > particular herb. > > He will be at the September meeting, and should be able to answer any > specific questions you may have. > > When cooking with herbs, fresh is best. I have found the cheapest > cooking herbs at Central Market for $1 per bunch. I store my fresh > herbs in the refrigerator, in a glass with a tiny bit of water so > they last longer. To use them in cooking, I take scissors and cut > off small pieces. > > Also, when we want to make a bouquet garni (a bunch of mixed pungent > herbs) to throw in a soup, we put them in a tea ball (the container > you put loose tea in, for steeping) so that the leaves don't get > mixed in with the soup. (Like bay leaves, which taste bad if you > bite into them.) My mother-in-law taught me that one. > > In addition, I use pepper grinders to pulverize pickling spices, > which I also like to use in soups and stir-fry dishes. (Another gift > from my mother-in-law.) > > What I am most in love with right now is thyme. Fresh thyme smells > and tastes nothing like ground thyme-- it's a rich, warm scent. It > goes great with homemade breads, soups and salads. > > Best-- > > Courtenay. Yahoo! Groups Sponsor ADVERTISEMENT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 24, 2004 Report Share Posted August 24, 2004 I was just kidding! (can you see the sunshine smiley I just inserted)? By the way, thank you for all the sulfite/sulfate information. I will forever be looking for clues until I get to feeling better. If that happens, even a little bit, because I find out that I have a sensitivity to sulfites, because you mentioned it, then you deserve a huge HUG! -----Original Message-----From: Courtenay Sent: Tuesday, August 24, 2004 11:42 AMTo: Texas_Thyroid_Groups Subject: RE: fresh herbs/aromatics As soon as I'm feeling better. I love to give dinner parties! Best-- Courtenay. So, when are you going to have us all over for dinner? :-) LOL Have a good day~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 24, 2004 Report Share Posted August 24, 2004 I was just kidding! (can you see the sunshine smiley I just inserted)? By the way, thank you for all the sulfite/sulfate information. I will forever be looking for clues until I get to feeling better. If that happens, even a little bit, because I find out that I have a sensitivity to sulfites, because you mentioned it, then you deserve a huge HUG! -----Original Message-----From: Courtenay Sent: Tuesday, August 24, 2004 11:42 AMTo: Texas_Thyroid_Groups Subject: RE: fresh herbs/aromatics As soon as I'm feeling better. I love to give dinner parties! Best-- Courtenay. So, when are you going to have us all over for dinner? :-) LOL Have a good day~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 24, 2004 Report Share Posted August 24, 2004 I was just kidding! (can you see the sunshine smiley I just inserted)? By the way, thank you for all the sulfite/sulfate information. I will forever be looking for clues until I get to feeling better. If that happens, even a little bit, because I find out that I have a sensitivity to sulfites, because you mentioned it, then you deserve a huge HUG! -----Original Message-----From: Courtenay Sent: Tuesday, August 24, 2004 11:42 AMTo: Texas_Thyroid_Groups Subject: RE: fresh herbs/aromatics As soon as I'm feeling better. I love to give dinner parties! Best-- Courtenay. So, when are you going to have us all over for dinner? :-) LOL Have a good day~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 25, 2004 Report Share Posted August 25, 2004 My fork is ready! Thanks for a lovely description of herb gardening...can't wait to break ground! -e- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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