Fennel Seed
One of the oldest cultivated plants known to man, fennel dates back to the Chinese and Hindus who used it as a cure for snake bites. In Italy, to “give fennel” meant to flatter someone. The flavor is light and sweet, similar to anise. Fennel seed is used in both sweet and savory foods. In Italy, whole Fennel seed is used to flavor sausage, and ground for use in liquors as well as tomato sauces of all kinds: especially for pizza & pasta.
One of the oldest cultivated plants known to man, fennel dates back to the Chinese and Hindus who used it as a cure for snake bites. In Italy, to “give fennel” meant to flatter someone. The flavor is light and sweet, similar to anise. Fennel seed is used in both sweet and savory foods. In Italy, whole Fennel seed is used to flavor sausage, and ground for use in liquors as well as tomato sauces of all kinds: especially for pizza & pasta.
One of the oldest cultivated plants known to man, fennel dates back to the Chinese and Hindus who used it as a cure for snake bites. In Italy, to “give fennel” meant to flatter someone. The flavor is light and sweet, similar to anise. Fennel seed is used in both sweet and savory foods. In Italy, whole Fennel seed is used to flavor sausage, and ground for use in liquors as well as tomato sauces of all kinds: especially for pizza & pasta.