{"product_id":"the-magic-teaspoon-isbn-9780425209837","title":"The Magic Teaspoon","description":"Behind the walls of a hidden monastery garden, a master herbalist teaches the secrets of healing to his apprentice. Half a world away, a tribal shaman gathers medicinal roots along the Amazon. In the hills of Tibet, a Buddhist monk brews a pot of green tea for an ailing brother. And, at home in a coastal Mediterranean cottage, a young mother keeps her child’s fever at bay with a simple spoonful of thyme.\u003cp\u003eFor centuries, people across continents and cultures have experimented with the restoring properties of “nature’s bouquet.” And you, too, can enhance the flavor and vitality of your everyday meals with the health benefits found in such herbs as thyme, basil, parsley, cinnamon, dill, and many others. As a source of vitamins and antioxidants, herbs are natural energy boosters and disease fighters—and you can add them to your menu with the easy-to-prepare recipes found in this book. From amazing appetizers and super salads to extraordinary entrées and dynamic desserts, \u003cb\u003eThe Magic Teaspoon\u003c\/b\u003e offers it all—with just the flick of a teaspoon:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore than 100 recipes for health-boosting meals and snacks—listing the healing virtues each herb brings to your table\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“The All Naturals” herb chart revealing the best herbs to choose for specific health issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegetable profiles—from artichokes to zucchini \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to make processed foods healthier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Sugar Lover’s Survival Guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to make potent herbal purées for instant energizers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 25 top teas for healing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe health properties found in honey, vinegar, and olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd much more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eThe Magic Teaspoon\u003cb\u003ePart I: The Magic Teaspoon Herbs \u0026amp; Spices\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. Introduction: An Adventure in Healing Pleasure\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. Nature's Bouquet of Healing Herbs and Spices for Cooking\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe legends and lore of the herbs and spices come to life in your kitchen. In an alphabetical guide from \u003c\/i\u003eallspice\u003ci\u003e to \u003c\/i\u003ewatercress\u003ci\u003e, you'll find stories of the herbs and spices in history, their health profiles and culinary uses, and you'll travel to gardens of the world for inspiration.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. Buying and Storing Your Herbs and Spices\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. The All-Naturals Guide\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis chart is the first of its kind to identify the vital health benefits of the herbs and spices for cooking in one easy reference guide. It includes natural antioxidants, anti-inflammatories, antacids, antibiotics, antidepressants, digestive aids, diabetes fighters, cancer fighters, cholesterol reducers, and more.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: The Magic Teaspoon Recipes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHealth and pleasure combine in energizing recipes to boost your immunity; increase your vitality; reduce inflammation; lower cholesterol; fight diabetes, heart disease, digestive disorders, depression, and free radical damage; and help you burn fat.\u003cbr\u003e   More than one hundred recipes are provided for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks that include fabulous herbal purees, soups, sandwiches, sauces, dips, salads and fresh dressings, and healing iced teas. You'll also find easy ways to transform your processed food into healthier fare and gain sugar smarts to help you cut excess sugar without sacrificing sweetness. The power is in your food!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e5. A Fresh Start\u003cbr\u003e6. Herbs and Spices for Butter, Honey, and Salt\u003cbr\u003e7. Breakfast Energy\u003cbr\u003e8. High-Energy, High-Potency Herbal Purees\u003cbr\u003e9. Sauces and Dips at Your Fingertips\u003cbr\u003e10. Sumptuous Green Salads and Fresh Salad Dressings\u003cbr\u003e11. Sandwich Haven\u003cbr\u003e12. Veggie Versatility\u003cbr\u003e13. Chilled Side Dishes and Snacking Sensations\u003cbr\u003e14. Hot Side Dishes\u003cbr\u003e15. Pasta and Rice Pleasure\u003cbr\u003e16. Potatoes with Pizzazz\u003cbr\u003e17. Make a Little Magic with Chicken and Turkey\u003cbr\u003e18. Make a Little Magic with Beef, Lamb, and Pork\u003cbr\u003e19. Make a Little Magic with Fish\u003cbr\u003e20. Delectable Soups to Savor\u003cbr\u003e21. Desserts from Cool to Sweet\u003cbr\u003e22. Magic Teaspoon Iced Teas\u003cbr\u003e23. Transforming Your Processed Foods\u003cbr\u003e24. Sugar Smarts\u003cbr\u003eBibliography\u003c\/p\u003eVictoria Zak is an award-winning writer and researcher who specializes in health topics.","brand":"Berkley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46300847046885,"sku":"NP9780425209837","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780425209837.jpg?v=1767740365","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-magic-teaspoon-isbn-9780425209837","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}