Speed in the kitchen and succulence on the plate come from simple flavours that pair well together. Certain veggies LOVE certain herbs and spices.

Let’s get to know carrots!

Carrots & Cooking Methods that Work:

• Roasting 
• Steaming 
• Grilling (if sliced super thin) 
• Sautéing 
• Braising (cooking in a flavourful liquid) 
• Pureeing (think soups)

Matches Made in Heaven: Carrots LOVE to be paired with,

These Herbs:

• Parsley 
• Basil 
• Cilantro 
• Chives 
• Rosemary 
• Sage 
• Tarragon 
• Thyme 
• Dill 

These Nuts:

• Hazelnuts
• Almonds
• Walnuts 

These Spices:

• Curry
• Fennel 
• Cinnamon 
• Cloves 
• Paprika 
• Nutmeg 
• Garlic 
• Ginger 

These Veggies & Other Goodies:

• Celery & Onions (=Mirepoix…you’ll learn that term soon!) 
• Fennel 
• Turnips 
• Peas 
• Mushrooms 
• Oranges 
• Lemons 
• Raisins 
• Butter 
• Coconut oil 
• Vinaigrettes 

Do some experimenting. Remember to keep it simple and learn how two individual flavours combine before adding a third. Try something NEW. Have some fun!

What did you create?

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