The Dill plant is native to southern Russia, western Africa and the Mediterranean region. Did you know that Anethum graveolens is the biological name for the herb that we affectionately call Dill? This herb is also identified by several different names in a variety of languages such as Sowa (Hindi), Sathakuppi Sompa (Tamil), Sathakuppa (Malayalam), Sabasiege (Telugu), Sowa (Bengali, Punjabi & Urdu), Surva (Gujarati), Surva, Shepu (Marathi). Regardless of the spoken language or the name used Dill is globally known as a flavor and aroma enhancer. History has noted that Dill was a staple item at Emperor Charlemagne’s banquet table. But you do not have to be an emperor to enjoy the taste of Dill. This herb is used in many dishes such as smoked salmon, sauces, eggs, cheese, sour cream, yogurt and cucumber pickles to name a few.
Historical writings also reference Dill as a healing property in Ancient Greece and Roman. According to these writings, Dill was used to create cleansing formulas for the mouth. The Dill seeds were burned and applied to wounds to accelerate the healing process. Remember these are historical writings, so I do not recommend treating any medical conditions with Dill. However, I do recommend experimenting with Dill in cooking recipes. The culinary use of Dill is both global and endless. There are numerous existing recipes that contain Dill or perhaps you can create a few of your own. So follow your taste buds, this herb is an annual plant and can be ground year round. Depending on where you live, Dill can be grown outdoors and indoors. XOXOXOX Dawn http://www.foodofy.com/dill.html
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Granny Smith apples are easily identified by their green skin. Once you take a bite out of these apples you will immediately notice that they are crisp and tart. Granny Smith apples have a higher acid content than other apples, that is why they take longer to go brown once you cut into them. These apples are rich in vitamin C, high in fiber and are full of antioxidants. Granny Smith apples have a slightly higher potassium content than other types of apples. These apples are naturally low in calories, so if you are eating healthy, counting calories and/or watching your weight Granny Smith apples make a great snack. Also, Granny Smith apples are available year round, so it is easy to incorporate them into your weekly/daily food plan.
XOXOXOX Dawn http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/health-benefits-granny-smith-apples-3334.html Most people consider Quinoa to be a staple in the vegetarian diet. While that is true, it is also perfect for those who are gluten free, wheat free, soy and dairy free and eating healthy. Quinoa has many health benefits. One cup of Quinoa contains five grams of fiber and eight grams of protein. It is also low in calories. One cup of Quinoa contains 22 calories and 4 grams of fat. This is perfect for those of us who are watching our weight.
Quinoa is easy to prepare. You can incorporate it into almost any dish such as pasta, vegetables, with meats or you can eat Quinoa as a cereal. Cooking Quinoa requires two cups of water per serving and it is done in 20 minutes. I love to make Quinoa cereal. You can purchase Quinoa cereal flakes at Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s and numerous other stores. To create variety in my cereal, I use fruits as a topping and a small amount of agave nectar instead of sugar. In addition to finding Quinoa tasty, I am amazed how full I feel after eating my Quinoa cereal. Eating Quinoa cereal in the morning has eliminated my need for snacks between meals. I highly recommend introducing Quinoa into your diet or at least trying it once. XOXOXOX Dawn |
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