The Herbal Palate Cookbook (Paperback)

~ (Author), Sal Gilbertie (Author)

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Fresh herbs enliven salads and soups, meats and breads, desserts and beverages, say herb supplier Gilbertie (Kitchen Herbs) and Oster (Herbal Vinegar), in this recipe collection jam-packed with interesting food facts and notes of caution. The useful sidebars and subtitles include the warning alongside Sorrel Vichyssoise, for example, that sorrel should be eaten sparingly because of its high oxalic content. We also learn that marjoram substitutes for oregano if a milder taste is preferred in Chicken Ragout with Olives, Oregano and Cilantro, and that the bittersweet flavor of lavender, ordinarily used as a scent, can enhance egg dishes, soups, salads and desserts. Recipes are an eclectic blend of current food interests?from updates on American classics like Arugula Burgers and Blueberry-Sage Muffins to such international-style offerings as Malaysian Rice, a Middle Eastern-inspired Grilled Salmon with Burnet-Yogurt Sauce and the tropical Mango/Papaya/Mint Mousse. Oster's photographs deliver visual inspiration, and a handy quick-reference guide advises on how to cultivate 60 herbs. The chapter on year-round container gardening is key to the enterprise, however, as many herbs showcased here have a limited availability. BOMC/The Good Cook selection.
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From Library Journal

Horticulturist Oster is the author of numerous books, including several other cookbooks; Gilbertie, who runs a wholesale herb business, is also the author of several titles on herbs. In their well-written collaboration, they offer 100 delicious and fresh recipes, along with growing and culinary information on herbs from anise to violet. And they detail container gardening?both indoors and out?so that even city dwellers should find the horticultural material of as much interest as the recipes. Recommended.
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC (January 2, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1580170250
• ISBN-13: 978-1580170253
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 8.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,488,877 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Everything I need to know about herbs is in this book, April 24, 2001

By A Customer

I have used this book extensively since I bought it. I have even bought extras to give as gifts for friends and family.

This book has enabled me to get the most out of my herb garden!