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Power Herbs
Which herbs do u use to give u power for the day, evening, life in general? Did u know that herbs can promote power both eaten, burned, alone but more so combined? Do u take the time to study some herbs and their properties for ur health? Do u know what they promote for u? If not, then read on and learn a few things, lol :) (Recipes included).
*Sage*
Mother of herbs, at least to me, lol. Sage is great for WISDOM. It can be burned for cleansing and purification. Its deep scent is strong and can promote protection, but mainly is good for meditation. It can be infused in olive oil for cooking. Sage essential oil can be worn in small amounts for rituals (always check a small amount on ur wrist in case of allergic reaction, if any signs or burning sensations, do not use on the body), u can add a few drops to a hankie or special cloth and carry it in a pocket. Sage can help u become more relaxed in new situations, help u become a more humble person, it can remind u to stop and think before reacting, it also can help u concentrate on studies and reading, thus all of this helping promote retained wisdom. A wonderful herb to burn with sage is Rosemary, which helps build memory, thus making u wiser.
*Recipe*
BUTTER AND SAGE SAUCE
Ingredients Pasta, of choice 4 tablespoons butter 8 sage leaves 1/2 lemon, juiced 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano While your pasta cooks, melt butter in a 12 to 14-inch saute pan and continue cooking until golden brown color ("noisette") appears in the thinnest liquid of the butter. Add sage leaves and remove from heat. Add lemon juice and set aside. Drain the pasta, but leaving some cooking water, and gently pour into saute pan and return to heat. Add the cheese, toss to coat and serve immediately.
Recipe courtesy of Mario BataliRead more at: FoodNetwork
*Bay Leaf*
Bay Leaf is a wonderful herb for stews, soups and oils. It can also be burned as an incense to promote PSYCHIC POWERS. Its used for a tool in reading auras, mental projection, divination, empathy, faith, precognition, and scrying. U can wear the essential oil of Bay Leaf (test a small spot on ur wrist for allergic reaction, if any burning sensation, discontinue) or put it on a hankie or other special cloth and place in a pocket to give a boost to ur psychic energies.
*Recipe*
BAY LEAF MASHED POTATOES
Serves: 8
3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 McCormick Gourmet™ Organic Bay Leaves, Turkish (can use any kind)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon McCormick Gourmet™ Organic White Pepper, Ground (can use any kind)
2/3 cup hot milk
1/4 cup stick butter, cut into chunks
Directions
Place potatoes and bay leaves in 4-quart saucepan. Add water to cover. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender
Drain and return potatoes to pan. Remove bay leaves. Add salt and white pepper. Mash with potato masher, gradually adding milk, then butter. Serve immediately
Recipe courtesy of McCormick Gourmet
*Anise*
Ground Anise can be burned in small amounts, but used in foods seems to work better at promoting HAPPINESS. U can also add anise to oils such as olive, coconut or sweet almond for a nice flavor and scent. It is recommended by me that if u use anise essential oil, that u place it on a hankie or special cloth and carry it in a pocket, u may add a drop of this to an oil base and wear that, but discontinue if any burning sensation happens, always check a small amount on ur wrist for allergic reactions, discontinue if u believe u have an allergy. Anise promotes an uplifting of ur personality and raises ur mood. Anise incense draws joy to u and helps in being more content and having gratitude.
*Recipe*
EASY ANISE COOKIES
1 1/2 teaspoons McCormick® Anise Seed
1 package (17 1/2 ounces) sugar cookie mix
Directions
Stir anise seed into sugar cookie mix.
Prepare and bake according to package directions.
Recipe courtesy of McCormick
*Cinnamon*
To send ur intent out to the Lady and Lord, cinnamon incense or burning ground incense is the best for SPIRITUALITY. Long ago, cinnamon was more valuable than gold, it is precious and delicious, lol. Cinnamon also used to be medicine, so take heed on its benefits for mind, body and soul. It has anti-clotting benefits, it controls ur blood sugar levels and boosts brain function, meaning: it helps in u gaining more knowledge in turn becoming wiser. Using cinnamon helps u gain insight to personal growth and benefits ur mental health. It is used as a coping tool in relationship issues, parenting issues and health issues.
*Recipe*
EASY CINNAMON BREAD
21-pound packages refrigerated pizza dough
1tablespoon cinnamon
1cup sugar
8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter, melted, plus more for the pan
DIRECTIONS
Heat oven to 375° F.
Tear off small bits of the dough and roll them into 1- to 1 1/2-inch balls. Place the balls on a plate.
Combine the cinnamon and sugar in a bowl. Dip each ball in the butter, then in the cinnamon sugar. Transfer the balls to a buttered Bundt pan.
Drizzle any remaining butter over the top and sprinkle with any remaining cinnamon sugar. Bake until golden brown, about 40 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Place a plate on top of the pan and carefully flip it over. Tap the bottom to release the bread.
5. Transfer to a plate and let people pull the bread apart with their finger
Recipe courtesy of RealSimple
*Ginger*
Everyone enjoys EXPERIENCES and ADVENTURES. Well, ginger draws these to u. Carry a chunk in ur pocket or purse to promote wonderful experiences to u. Ground ginger can be burned as an incense to promote an adventurous life. Its a pick me up when life becomes stagnant. Its a wonderful, hot spice and when used as an amulet in the bedroom, can spice up ur love life. U can make a love oil using a chunk of ginger in coconut oil and use as a massage oil (be sure to test a small amount of oil on the person getting the massages wrist for any allergic reactions, if burning happens, do not use on the body). Ginger helps u become more bold and take chances.
*Recipe*
GINGER HOT CHOCOLATE
2 cups milk (I used unsweetened vanilla almond; coconut or cow's would work well, too)
1 cup water
sweetener to taste (I used 1 packet non-bitter stevia, but agave, raw sugar, honey, etc. would work fine, too)
1/4-1/2 tsp ground or fresh grated ginger (depending on preference)
1/4 cup cocoa or cacao powder
pinch sea salt
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
2-3 ginger candies (optional)
Instructions
Heat the milk and water in a medium saucepan. Once it comes to a simmer, reduce heat slightly and whisk in cocoa powder, sea salt and ginger. Whisk vigorously to incorporate.
Once the cocoa is hot enough for your liking (about 3-5 minutes), remove from heat and add vanilla extract. Stir once more.
Take your ginger candies and rub them along the rims of your serving glasses or mugs. Eat or discard; they get mushy when added to the beverage.
Pour in hot cocoa and top with coconut cream, whipped cream or marshmallows - whatever you like.
Recipe courtesy of MinimalistBaker
This is just half my list, lol, I will have another group of herbs and what they mean to me soon (with a recipe also). Have a great weekend meh smexy witches! Blessed be!