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Chapter 17 Outline
ESSENTIAL OILS
HISTORY OF SPICES
Ancient Trade
A CLOSER LOOK 17.1: AROMATHERAPY—THE HEALING POWER OF SCENTS
Marco Polo
Age of Exploration
Imperialism
New World Discoveries
SPICES
Cinnamon: The Fragrant Bark
Black and White Pepper
Cloves
Nutmeg and Mace
Ginger and Turmeric
Saffron
Hot Chilies and Other Capsicum Peppers
Vanilla
Allspice
HERBS
The Aromatic Mint
The Parsley Family
The Mustard Family
The Lily Family: Pungent Alliums
A CLOSER LOOK 17.2: HERBS TO DYE FOR |
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