ROSEMARY - HERB OF REMEMBRANCE
A perennial evergreen shrub, rosemary grows well in full sun in average,
well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed but is more easily started
from cuttings. Rosemary is winter-hardy to ten degrees F. In colder climates,
plant it in a container and bring it indoors when frost arrives. The Latin
name ros marinus translates as dew of the sea, referring to it's
growth on the Mediterranean headlands.
The shrub variety, R. officinalis, can be pruned into a hedge
or stand by itself as an accent plant. The low-growing, dwarf R. prostratus
works well as a ground cover or in hanging planters.
Pinch new growth and harvest sprigs throughout the year. Use flowering
branches in fresh arrangements and for garnishing. Dry the leaves for
seasoning recipes and making teas.
Rosemary has a long record in legend. In Shakespeare's Hamlet,
Ophelia dubs it the herb of remembrance and fidelity. Traditional bridal
bouquets are woven with rosemary sprigs to signify love and fidelity.
Rosemary Herb Bread
Yields: 1 - 1 1/2 pound loaf
Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 3 cups bread flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 2 1/2 tablespoons white sugar
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
- 1 1/2 tablespoons margarine
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
Place ingredients in the bread machine in the order suggested by the
manufacture. Select Basic or White Bread setting. Start.
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