62: Mint & Basil: Ancient Herbs with Modern Appeal

Two herbs with rich histories that continue to enhance our cooking today. Mint was used medicinally by ancient Egyptians and Romans, while basil traveled from India to become essential in Mediterranean cuisine.

This episode connects ancient herbal wisdom with their culinary applications throughout history.

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Keep the learning going with these websites and resources.

• The History Of The Mint Plant
• The Cool, Refreshing History of Mint – Tablet Magazine
• Sahara Collapsible Dehydrator
• Mast-o-Khiar with Walnuts and Raisins
• Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls with Shrimp + Peanut Sauce
• Skillet Lasagna with Lamb, Ricotta, + Mint
• Middle Eastern Fattoush Salad with Homemade Pita Chips
• Blueberry and Feta Bulgur Salad with Mint Dressing
• Peanut Noodles with Roasted Pork Tenderloin + Honeyed Oranges
• Fresh Mint Tea
• Arabic Tea with Fresh Mint
• The History of Basil
• Balsamic Roasted Tomato Caprese Pasta Salad
• Pasta Salad Skewers with Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette
• Tolon’s Strawberry Basil Shortcake
• Antipasto Bloody Mary
• Zoodle Frittata

See show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/62.

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