We all have a spice rack or cupboard, don't we? And, as kitchen witches, we have certain herbs and spices that we simply could not cook without. I am working on a list of essential dried herbs and spices that are handy to have in a pantry. I'll start by listing what I have, as well as the magical properties. As usual, magical information comes from Scott Cunningham.
Allspice - money, healing
Basil - love, protection, money
Bay - protection, psychic awareness, healing, purification
Black pepper - protection, purification
Cardamom - love, sex
Cinnamon - love, psychic awareness, money
Cloves - love, money, protection
Cumin - peace ,happiness
Garlic (powder) - protection, health
Ginger - love, money
Nutmeg - psychic awareness
Oregano - peace
Parsley - protection, sex, money
Peppermint - sex, purification, healing
Poppy seeds - fertility, love
Rosemary - protection, conscious mind, healing, love
Sage - longevity, health
Thyme - love, psychic awareness, purification
Turmeric - purification
In addition to these I also have some garam masala, chipotle powder, cocoa/chipotle mix, paprika and smoked paprika, and Madras curry powder.
What are some your essential dried herbs and spices? What would you add to the list?
3 comments:
Great list, and I have the Encyclopedia by Cunningham <3 Adore his works.
I would add saffron,tarragon,& Chinese five-spice powder to the list.
Gah! Cilantro. I can't live without it. I'm posting my carne guisada recipe for you tomorrow, it'll be your new best friend.
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