Herbs and Spices

A/an __________ is the fruit, nuts, seeds, bark, or root of a plant used to flavor foods

• herb

• spice

• blend/seasoning

• extract

A ____________ is a combination of herbs and spices with other ingredients used to season foods

• herb

• spice

• blend/seasoning

• condiment

A ____________ is a combination of herbs, spices, seasonings, and fruits/vegetables used as an accompaniment

• herb

• spice

• blend/seasoning

• condiment

A/an ____________ is distilled fruit, nuts, or berries in liquid form (i.e. vanilla, almond, lemon)

• condiment

• blend/seasoning

• extract

• spice

A/an __________ is the stems or leaves of a plant used to flavor foods

• herb

• spice

• blend/seasoning

• extract

Which are more potent: fresh herbs or dried herbs?

• fresh herbs

• dried herbs

True or False: Whole herbs and spices are preferable to ground or grated herbs and spices.

• True

• False

What herb has a mildly licorice flavor, is used in salads and marinades and is an antidote for snakebite?

• oregano

• parsley

• marjoram

• tarragon

What herb is used in stuffings for poultry, and in meat, sausages, marinades? ("sacred herb" of the Romans)

• parsley

• oregano

• sage

• tarragon

What herb has a sweet, cool aftertaste and is used in drinks, desserts, digestive aids, and mouthwash?

• parsley

• rosemary

• dill

• mint