Passing the Plate Podcast
The Passing the Plate podcast is all about food, traditions, and the wonderful connections they create. Each week, co-hosts Ashley Covelli of Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen and Lisa Lisson of Are You My Cousin? will guide you on a flavor-packed adventure.
Tune in to dive into family history, explore new cultures and cuisines, and preserve favorite recipes for future generations. Every episode of Passing the Plate guarantees to be a feast for the senses and a celebration of togetherness.
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Passing the Plate Podcast
62: Mint & Basil: Ancient Herbs with Modern Appeal
Two herbs with rich histories that continue to enhance our cooking today. Mint was used medicinally by ancient Egyptians and Romans, while basil traveled from India to become essential in Mediterranean cuisine.
This episode connects ancient herbal wisdom with their culinary applications throughout history.
**This episode of is sponsored by StoriedBook Recipes from Storied. Visit storied.com/plate or use code PLATE to save 20% off your first StoriedBook and create something your family will treasure forever.
Keep the learning going with these websites and resources.
- The History Of The Mint Plant
- The Cool, Refreshing History of Mint – Tablet Magazine
- Sahara Collapsible Dehydrator
- Mast-o-Khiar with Walnuts and Raisins
- Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls with Shrimp + Peanut Sauce
- Skillet Lasagna with Lamb, Ricotta, + Mint
- Middle Eastern Fattoush Salad with Homemade Pita Chips
- Blueberry and Feta Bulgur Salad with Mint Dressing
- Peanut Noodles with Roasted Pork Tenderloin + Honeyed Oranges
- Fresh Mint Tea
- Arabic Tea with Fresh Mint
- The History of Basil
- Balsamic Roasted Tomato Caprese Pasta Salad
- Pasta Salad Skewers with Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Tolon’s Strawberry Basil Shortcake
- Antipasto Bloody Mary
- Zoodle Frittata
See show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/62.
Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:
- Check out the Passing the Plate website.
- Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
- Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
- Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.
Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!
