Sticks, Seeds, Pods & Leaves

Sticks, Seeds, Pods & Leaves is the ultimate guide to growing, sourcing and cooking over 80 herbs and spices, presented in an accessible A to Z format, and including a wonderful selection of over 150 simple and modern recipes that show off the unique flavour and fragrance of each herb and spice. Dip into Sticks, Seeds, Pods & Leaves to discover how to grow and use your favourite herbs and spices to create some delectable dishes: Roasted Mushrooms with Ajowan, Cauliflower with Indian Spices, Vietnamese Chicken with Lemongrass, Ras El Hanout Chicken, a hearty Lamb Shanks Tagine, Risotto with Garlic and Fennel, Rosemary Scones, and Lavender Ice-Cream. Using their lively and engaging way with words, the Hemphills demystify the world of herbs and spices in an approachable manner, and talk about the growing of herbs for keen gardeners, as well as unlocking some of the mysteries of the ancient spice trade and the way the unique flavours of spices develop after harvesting. Beautifully illustrated throughout, including full-colour identification photos of all herbs and spices (and blends), Sticks, Seeds, Pods & Leaves is a must-have cookbook and reference for your kitchen shelf.