More Power Herbs

Herbs hold many properties to help u throughout ur day and life, they can be eaten, burnt, in oil or fresh. They promote better health, aiding in fresher skin, calmer mind and an aromatic home.

*Parsley*

Parsley is a great digestive aid. Wonderful on salads and basically can be eaten with almost anything. It is a very versatile herb. If u or someone u know is prone to bad breath, parsley is ur go to, it tames that morning nastiness, lol. And, while freshening ur breath ur also reducing gas. It is a terrific source of vitamin c and beta-carotene. Dried it can be used in olive oil for cooking, and also burnt to bring CALMNESS to ur life and mind. It can free ur mind from anxieties, agitations, over-stimulation and bring a state of serenity. Parsley can be ground with other herbs to make a nice smelling incense to promote relaxation that aids in awareness of others and urself. If u have an essential oil of parsley, test it on ur inner wrist first for any allergic reactions, if u believe u are having an allergic reaction, discontinue use on the skin and use it on a hankie or cotton ball and carry it in a pocket.

*Recipe*

Spaghetti with Parsley Pesto

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pound spaghetti

• Kosher salt

• 1/2 cup unsalted, roasted almonds

• 4 cups (packed) fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves

• 3/4 cup chopped fresh chives

• 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

• 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan

• Freshly ground black pepper

PREPARATION

• Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain, reserving 2 cups pasta cooking liquid.

• Meanwhile, pulse almonds in a food processor until smooth. Add parsley, chives, oil, and Parmesan; process until smooth. Season pesto with salt and pepper.

• Toss pasta and pesto in a large bowl, adding pasta cooking liquid by 1/4-cupfuls until saucy. Season with salt and pepper.

​Recipe courtesy of CookingChannel

*Rosemary*

Rosemary...popular herb for many many things. Very flavorful, wonderful scent and can be in an oil, fresh, dried, etc. Not only eating rosemary, but making an incense of it and burning it can promote MEMORY. Rosemary fights cancer, inflammation and balances hormones. A tea with rosemary helps treat upset stomach, constipation and indigestion. When u wear rosemary oil (always check a small area on the inside of ur wrist for allergic reaction and discontinue on the skin if u feel u are having an allergic reaction, place on a hankie or cotton ball and place in a pocket), It helps stimulate ur mental activity, giving u enough energy to try new things (burning it promotes new ideas to form). It also promotes good sleep, so keep a sprig near ur bed. :)

*Recipe*

Rosemary Roasted Potatoes

Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds small red or white-skinned potatoes (or a mixture) 1/8 cup good olive oil 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoons minced garlic (3 cloves) 2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary leaves

Directions Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Cut the potatoes in half or quarters and place in a bowl with the olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic and rosemary; toss until the potatoes are well coated. Dump the potatoes on a baking sheet and spread out into 1 layer; roast in the oven for at least 1 hour, or until browned and crisp. Flip twice with a spatula during cooking to ensure even browning. Remove the potatoes from the oven, season to taste, and serve.

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*Thyme*

Thyme is very high in iron and vitamin c. It is great fresh and dried in foods, infused in oils and burned as incense. it aids in curing asthma and seasonal allergies. It improves ur vision, boosts ur immune system and provides relief from stress. Thyme promotes STRENGTH and COURAGE.

It helps keep ur mind open, help u be nonjudgmental and help u to meditate.

*Recipe*

Marinated Goat Cheese with Fresh Thyme and Lemon

1 4-ounce log fresh goat cheese, sliced into 6 pieces

1 heaping tablespoon fresh thyme leaves and flowers, lightly chopped, plus a sprig or two for garnish

1 packed teaspoon fresh lemon zest

2 teaspoons finely chopped pitted black olives

2 teaspoons finely chopped sundried tomatoes

sea salt or kosher salt

½ cup extra virgin olive oil, more if necessary

Toasted crostini, baguette slices, or crackers for serving

Arrange the slices of goat cheese snugly in one layer in a small shallow dish. (I use a little straight-sided tapas dish for this, but a small gratin dish would work, too.) Sprinkle the thyme, lemon zest, olives and sundried tomatoes over and around the cheese, and sprinkle the cheese with a little sea salt. Pour over the olive oil. It should just barely cover the cheese. Add more if necessary. Let the cheese marinate in the refrigerator for a few hours, and bring it to room temperature about 45 minutes before serving. Put the dish of cheese, the baguette slices or crackers, and a couple small knives out for serving.

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*Valerian*

If u are seeking HARMONY, valerian is the herb for u. :) Valerian can benefit u in taming tremors and convulsions. chronic fatigue and muscle and joint pain. If ur having troubles with sleep, restlessness and depression, taking some valerian will help bring harmony to ur mind for renewal. It also helps calm a headache. Valerian essential oil is used for deep sleep and for help in relieving depressive symptoms. It aids in relieving menstrual cramps. Always try an oil on a small area of skin on the inside of ur wrist, if any burning occurs or u believe u are having an allergic reaction, discontinue on the skin. Just a tiny bit of this essential oil goes a long way, use it sparingly. The incense is great for invoking paternal protection and purification. Valerian smells awesome blended with sandalwood. U can also invoke ur animal spirits and cats seem to love it.

*Recipe*

Drought-of-the-Living-Dead (Sleep)Tea

Ingredients

2 tspCatnip

1 1/2 tspValerian root, ground

1 tspChamomille

1 tspLavendar

1/2 tspHybiscus petals, dried

2 tspKava-Kava

1 1/3 tspTarragon

1 tspParsely

Method

Heat water until boiling, or until desired temperature.

Combine herbs into tea strainer.

Steep for 3 minutes. Serve with sugar or honey.

Recipe courtesy of Cookpad

*Tarragon*

If u feel u need COMPASSION from others or need to become more COMPASSIONATE, tarragon is the herb u need. Tarragon has the same essential oil found in anise. Dried tarragon does NOT taste like fresh tarragon, lol. So basically dried for burning, fresh for consumption.

Tarragon is great for helping u sleep, toothaches, hyperactivity, depression and it encourages menstruation, so for those heavy bleeders or just after childbirth, I suggest not ingesting tarragon (consult ur doc first). But, it does improve ur digestion and fights bacteria.

Burning dried tarragon reduces suffering, increases meditative states on improving helpful behaviors and lifts u emotionally and spiritually. If u choose to wear a tarragon essential oil, test it on the inside of ur wrist in a small spot to make sure u have no burning or an allergic reaction to it, or place some on a cotton ball and tuck into ur pocket.

*Recipe*

Bacon and Herbs Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

12 ounces elbow macaroni

3 strips bacon (about 2.5 oz.), chopped

3 tablespoons melted butter, divided

1/4 cup chopped mixed fresh herbs such as tarragon, parsley, chives, and/or rosemary

1/4 cup chopped green onions

2 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 cup brie cheese, cut into chunks

1/2 cup cream cheese, cut into chunks

1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1/2 cup plain dried bread crumbs

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to broil. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain.

2. Meanwhile, fry bacon until crisp, about 5 minutes, then drain on paper towels, reserving 1 tbsp. grease. Set bacon aside.

3. In the warm pasta pot, mix reserved grease, 2 tbsp. butter, the herbs, onions, garlic, and soft cheeses. Mix in warm pasta and bacon. Spoon into 4 ramekins (1 1/2-cup size); sprinkle with cheddar cheese.

4. In a small bowl, combine remaining 1 tbsp. butter and the bread crumbs, stirring to combine. Sprinkle evenly over cheese.

5. Broil ramekins until golden and bubbling, about 3 minutes.

Recipe courtesy of Myrecipes