Basil, Thai basil, or sweet basil, is a common name for the culinary herb Ocimum basilicum of the family Lamiaceae, sometimes known as Saint Joseph’s Wort in some English speaking countries. The unique array of active constituents called flavonoids found in basil provide protection at the cellular level. Orientin and vicenin are two water-soluble flavonoids […]
Green Protein Shake
Sometimes you’re just not in the mood to eat your vegetables. If you’re bored of the same old salads, let us introduce you to our favorite green smoothie recipes. But just because a drink is labeled a smoothie does not mean it’s healthy, so enjoy this nutrient-rich and delicious recipes made from real whole foods. […]
How to Cook Everything Vegetarian
Marking how mainstream vegetarian cooking has become, the next must-have for the vegetarian cook’s shelf comes from New York Times Minimalist chef Bittman, an avowed meat eater. And that ensures one of this massive compendium’s many attractions: a wealth of recipes that don’t scream vegetarian and plentiful guidelines to make cooking vegetarian as intuitive as […]
Roasted Fennel Potato Soup
If you’re one of those who enjoy warm, velvety soups, this is perfect for you. And if your a mashed potato lover, this soup is definitely for you. The fennel gives such a nice flavor. I’ve always loved the look of fennel with its frilly fronds, so delicate. This soup is great all year around […]