"You can't make pesto alla Genovese without basil or a Mojito without mint. You can use peppermint to settle an upset stomach, ease arthritis pain with stinging nettles, and heal burns and wounds with aloe vera. And then there is cannabis, perhaps the most notorious herb of all. Despite the fact that herbs are often little more than weeds, cultures around the globe have found hundreds of uses for them, employing them in everything from ancient medicines...

The herb garden -- Soups and salads -- Main dishes -- Breads and spreads -- Small indulgences.

"With their timeless flavor and aroma, uplifting spirits, calming quantities, and genuine healing benefits, herbs are the original power plants. In this unique cookbook and herbal, Pat Crocker unlocks their secrets and offers newly imagined recipes alongside traditional techniques for harnessing their gifts. Pat takes you on a fascinating journey to uncover root, stem, leaf, and flower alchemy for being, living, and eating well. From angelica to turmeric,...