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Spotlight On Spices!, Issue April 2011 - Black Pepper April 04, 2011 |
Welcome to our first edition! We hope you’ll stay with us in the months ahead, and will share our eZine with your family and friends.
April ushers in springtime and showers. Asparagus, spring’s first vegetable, is tender and delicious just about any way you prepare it. Bake it. Blanch it. Broil it. Grill it. Sauté it.
Rich in vitamins A, B6 and C, Asparagus is also an excellent source of potassium, selenium, and fiber.
Many people drown this veggie in heavy sauces and creams. No need to do that. Enjoy Asparagus by tossing with a splash of lemon juice, and or olive oil, a dash of salt (optional), and then add a sprinkle of this month’s .........
THE SPICE OF LIFE - Black Pepper
Black pepper is the most popular spice in the world. Early civilizations traded and used this ancient seasoning as a currency. Peppercorns all start out as more >> …
Here’s a link to an interesting pepper site - - - Other herbs and spices good for Asparagus include:
Basil,
Chervil,
Chives,
Fines Herbes,
Garlic,
Marjoram,
Sesame Seeds,
Asparagus with Black Pepper Pesto
MONTHLY EVENTSApril is the Month for:
7th - World Health Day
20th - National Pineapple Upside Down Cake Day
22nd - Earth Day
24th - Pigs-in-a-Blanket Day
26th - National Pretzel Day
29th - National Arbor Day
SPICY TIDBITSCheck here for the latest news on any spice recalls, market withdrawals, and safety alerts:
MERCHANTS & RETAILERS:Websites for Spice Retailers:Atlantic Spice Company - www.atlanticspice.com
Durkee® - www.durkee.com
McCormick® - www.mccormick.com
Milford Spice Company - www.milfordspice.com
Penzeys Spices - www.penzeysspices.com
Savory Spice Shop - www.savoryspiceshop.com
Spice Islands® - www.spiceislands.com
The Spice House - www.thespicehouse.com
Spice Accessories Websites:
Bottles, Containers & Jars:
Bottle Store - www.bottlestore.com
eBottles.com - www.ebottles.com
SKS Bottle & Packaging, Inc. - www.sks-bottle.com
Labels:
Online Labels - www.onlinelabels.com
Spice Racks:
Tubular Spices - www.tubularspices.com/Spice_Racks.asp
Spice Rack Source - www.spiceracksource.com/all-spice-racks/
YOUR TURNTell us what you would love to see in our monthly eZine. We want to keep this publication fresh and relevant. We want to put a spotlight on the herbs and spices that are of the most interest to you.
Use our Contact Form to give us constructive feedback or ask questions. Thank you!
Ellen White Eat Well. Live Well. Cook everyday with spices and herbs!
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