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When you think of herbs, you might picture rosemary, basil, or dill weed, but you can add something a bit bigger than that to your mental herb collection: good ol' bananas.

Medieval Europe. Where unbathed, sword-wielding knights ate rotten meat, thought the Earth was flat, defended chastity-belt wearing maidens, and tortured their foes with grisly gadgets. Except... this is more fiction than fact. So, where...

You might get the impression that all viruses are terrible, awful, no-good things that just wreak havoc on humanity. But, surprise: The truth is way more interesting!

The year is 1400 BCE. At the temple of the fisherman, the morning is unusually still and this is just the latest in a series of troubling signs for Quexo, the village shaman. The villagers live off the sea, but this year the winds have...

When you think of herbs, you might picture rosemary, basil, or dill weed, but you can add something a bit bigger than that to your mental herb collection: good ol' bananas.

The French take great pride in the kitchen arts and spend an inordinate amount of time on preparing, discussing, and eating food. Curious about French cuisine? Learn how food in France has evolved over the centuries, influenced by...

Herbs & Spices

Khachapuri is Georgia’s staple food. There are a few various types, but this recipe is probably the most popular version of khachapuri. This baked bread is stuffed with 3 different cheeses and a runny egg in the center of it all. The...

Howcast - Turn mealtime odds and ends into a hearty—and tasty—soup.

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Howcast - When you are playing an adventure video game like Runescape or Oblivion, knowing how to whip up a strong elixir is a valuable skill.

Howcast -Those tasty herbs we like to sprinkle on our favorite dishes may help prevent cancer and other illnesses.

Howcast -If you're a beginning indoor gardener, try starting with a one-pot herb garden in your kitchen or on any windowsill exposed to sunlight.

Howcast -Many marriage rituals are meant to offer luck to the happy couple, while others are meant to protect them from spirits who may wish them a not-so-happy future.

Limiting your daily salt intake can help prevent major diseases. Here's how to cut back.

Relieve stress and wrap your aches in warmth by making your own microwavable heating pad.

Pasta can provide a healthy meal rich in fiber and vitamins. Follow these steps to make healthier choices for your next pasta dinner.

Whether you're out in the wild or just hungry at home, use this recipe and ordinary household ingredients to cure your own meats for jerky.

Lobster is too good -- and too expensive -- to waste. Learn how to eat up every part of it for a satisfying meal.

Your stomach is rumbling and the refrigerator is empty save for a few veggies and eggs. It's time to think frittata, a sure-fire way to make a tasty meal with a creative mix of leftovers.

Make your own custom tea using your favorite fruits, fresh herbs, or aromatics with a French press or a teapot.

Dress up this popular standby for special occasions, or prepare a few as a nutritious snack that's sure to satisfy any time.

The fragrances and flavors of herbs derive from oils that slow water loss and make them hardy enough to grow inside during the winter.