Tag: Flat leaf parsley

According to the Baltimore Museum of Industry, McCormick & Company's history dates back to 1889, cementing its place as an American spice staple. When it comes to their popular parsley products, McCormick actually utilizes two different types of the herb, a choice that depends entirely on the product line.

Over the past century, flat-leaf continental parsley has largely replaced curly parsley as the herb of choice in professional kitchens. But is continental or curly parsley better for your specific culinary needs? The answer depends entirely on your cooking goals—whether you prioritize robust flavor or visual appeal.

Over 2,000 years ago, ancient Romans used parsley not just for food, but also to adorn the tombs of the dead and crown the heads of athletic champions. This long history of use might make you wonder if this ubiquitous herb is more than just a decorative green on your plate.

Just two tablespoons of parsley can provide over 150% of your daily vitamin K needs, making it a nutritious and beneficial herb. But with different varieties available, discerning which kind of parsley is best for your cooking can be confusing. The choice depends on whether you prioritize robust flavor or decorative appeal.

A single tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley can provide over 70% of your daily recommended intake of vitamin K, a crucial nutrient for bone and heart health. This makes it a nutritional powerhouse, but which is the healthiest parsley to eat?.

According to a study on food safety, washing produce is critical for removing contaminants like dirt and pesticides. This comprehensive guide will show you how to clean and prep parsley to ensure it's fresh, flavorful, and ready for any culinary creation.

Parsley is a versatile herb, but did you know its flavor compounds, including myristicin and menthatriene, are stored within its delicate leaves? Cutting parsley affects its flavor by releasing these aromatic oils; the method and fineness of the cut determine the speed and intensity of that flavor release.