Rosemary: Nature's Most Adaptable PlantHerbs and spices are commonly considered the most nutritious foods and are used in recipes as inconspicuous ingredients to make them more palatable. As ordinary as plants may seem, they add flavor to recipes. When herbs and spices are dried, they provide numerous healthful compounds known as phytonutrients that not only improve the taste of food but also benefit the body. An In-Depth History of RosemaryRosemary is one of those universal plants on the planet with a variety of uses from cooking to aromatherapy to medicine. The scientific name of the plant goes by the name Rosmrinus officinals. Various cultures, from the ancient Greeks, Egyptians, medieval Spain, Romans, Hungary, and England, to the Renaissance era, highly valued the plant. The plant was first seen in the Mediterranean and Asia, but has now spread to other parts of the world, including North America, Mexico and Europe. Using Rosemary When CookingRosemary is a hardy, evergreen perennial that can be harvested throughout the year making it usable as a fresh herb. Its needle-like leaves, however, can be used even if dry. Thanks to its strong and stable flavor, only a small portion is enough even in slow-cooked dishes. There are so many traditional applications of rosemary, including use with vegetables and lamb, especially roasted root vegetables, tomatoes, and summer squash. A perfect combination of rosemary and garlic results in a strong and versatile dressing with or without lemon zest, olive oil or lemon juice. To prepare a delicious rosemary oil simply add one or more sprigs to a bottle containing olive oil.Rosemary......half of paper......this Consider thisBagelMargarineJamScrambled eggs (2)1/4 avocado [ add a pinch of salt and mash, place on toast]1 piece whole-wheat toast1 cup chopped strawberriesA sample lunchRather than this Consider this1 ½ cups pasta with marinara sauce Large salad2 cups greens1 to 1 ½ cups chopped low-starch vegetables [radishes, green onion, broccoli, cucumber, tomatoes, peppers] Balsamic vinegar 2 teaspoons sesame oil ½ cup black beans Dried basil and chili peppers 3 ounces roasted chicken breast 6 ounces yogurt white with cinnamon A sample dinner Rather than this Consider this 5 ounces grilled fish ¾ cup mashed potatoes ½ cup steamed broccoli ½ cup grilled fish 2 to 3 cups steamed low-starch vegetables [ cauliflower, aubergines, onions] 1 tablespoon olive oil pepper and a pinch of salt ½ cup q