Rosemary is a plant that grows spontaneously in the Mediterranean region and uses both its leaves and flowers, although with greater emphasis on its leaves. To take advantage of all its benefits, it is recommended to collect the leaves in spring and summer and subject them to a natural drying process in the shade. To store it, use glass jars and place them in a cool place where there is no direct light or humidity. In this way, you ensure that you take advantage of all the benefits of consuming rosemary.
Benefits of rosemary
Rosemary is an aromatic plant which has allowed its popularity as an ornamental plant to have inside the house, but its benefits extend beyond a delicious smell.
Rosemary has essential oils such as camphor, which has the property of toning blood circulation and acting as a hypertensive agent. It is also used to disinfect wounds due to its antiseptic and healing properties.
This plant has a high tannin content that helps prevent high cholesterol and degenerative diseases. It is also associated with a powerful antioxidant to prevent premature aging.
Rosemary is used in many foods not only to provide flavor and smell, but also to preserve them, as is the case with Manchego cheese.
How to use rosemary
For a long time rosemary was specifically associated with a medicinal plant. For example, rosemary smoke was used as a therapeutic treatment to relieve asthma. Its leaves were also used to make an infusion with the intention of relieving cough. Another typical use was to prepare a decoction of water with rosemary to clean sores and wounds, since it has antiseptic properties that have been used from generation to generation. However, although its therapeutic use is still valid, its culinary use is the most popular.
Rosemary is added to many culinary recipes as a seasoning, both whole and powdered, to add a rich flavor and smell. Valencian paella is a typical recipe that knows how to use it very well, it gives the pumpkin seeds a distinctive flavor and in meats, tomatoes and baked potatoes it is a success.
You can also add it to jars containing oils and vinegars to give a mild but distinctive flavor to your salads and vinaigrettes.
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