Basil to Thyme: Culinary Endeavors from the Garden to the Kitchen

Two of America's most beloved pastimes, cooking and gardening, come together in this delightful book of herb-gardening tips and innovative recipes. From the garden to the kitchen, Tim and Jan have captured the pleasure of growing, harvesting, and cooking with herbs.Basil to Thyme begins with explicit directions and suggestions for planning, planting, and cultivating your own fresh herbs. Then Tim and Jan move into the kitchen, to utilize each herb in delicious recipes, incorporating the flavors and flare only found in fresh herbs.No matter how large or small our herb garden, we can bring fresh, new tastes to our daily fare with such recipes as Dilled Potato Salad, Elegant Salmon Mousse, Sauteed Scallops with Rosemary, Almond Crusted Chicken with Thyme, Piggy Pie, Wild Mushroom Strudel, and Spicy Carolina Shrimp. Breakfast Skillet, Parsley Potato Pockets, Citrus Bay Tomato Soup-plus many a dessert round out the offerings within.From elegant to everyday, recipes and full menus will delight you and fellow diners.Basil to Thyme is highlighted with history, lore, cooking tips, and information about herbal health benefits. Extra pages at the end of each chapter and blank recipe cards, allow green thumbs and chefs to add, modify, or create their own recipes and notes.