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Shelled pistachios are the edible seeds of the pistachio tree (Pistacia vera), deprived of the outer shell to facilitate consumption. They have a deep green color with yellowish hues and a rich, sweet and slightly buttery flavor. Rich in protein, fiber, healthy fats and antioxidants, they are a nutritious and versatile snack, also used in cooking for desserts, creams, pesto and savory dishes.
In addition to nourishment, dried fruit provides the body with necessary elements. With pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, flax seeds, and the crunchiness of sesame, the body can ensure it gets the good vegetable fats it needs. The dried fruit mix is excellent for original breading or to give more flavor to side dishes and salads without overdoing it with sauces and dressings.
The properties of yarrow are many, and have been known for centuries. A good yarrow infusion or decoction, in combination with other herbs, is useful in case of flu and cold; moreover, it can help the body in case of digestive problems and to calm symptoms related to the menstrual cycle. Yarrow is also known as pennina, millefiori, devil's nettle - used for centuries for its excellent medicinal properties.
Ingredients: yarrow Botanical name: achillea millefolium Origin: Eastern Europe
Herbs of Provence are a blend of fresh or dried aromatic plants. Unmissable in the recipes of local cuisine, these herbs are used to give the final touch in vegetable-based dishes, in stews, sauces, ragu and in grilled fish and meat, such as that of Sisteron lamb.
Ground fenugreek is a tasty spice with many beneficial properties. Used in cooking for many recipes, with its pungent and slightly bitter taste, it enriches spicy mixtures, first and second courses. It has an emollient action on the digestive system, and positively stimulates the metabolism of carbohydrates and triglycerides.
Pumpkin seeds are known for their vermifuge properties. Snack and ingredient for tasty and healthy dishes. Rich in minerals, they are precious allies, because they can give us a great nutritional intake. Excellent as a mid-morning snack or in the afternoon in their natural version.
Like all oil seeds, they are a source of fat and protein but are also a reserve of manganese, calcium, Omega 6 and vitamin E. They are also used as a natural remedy for anxiety and as an anti-stress food, a feature that makes them a natural ally in alternative medicines. Finally, poppy seeds help lower blood cholesterol.
Corinth grapes are rich in nourishing and taste properties. It can be eaten as a sweet snack, at breakfast in addition to cereals or mixed with yogurt, in small quantities. This type of grape is also suitable for savory recipes with a sweet and sour taste, and in the preparation of desserts, even as a substitute for sugar.
Ground yellow mustard is used for the production of cream mustard which accompanies numerous dishes throughout the western world. It can be used during the cooking of roasts to obtain savory and pleasant consistency. In this form it can also be used for marinades and "rub".
We can use black mustard seeds to treat chronic constipation, as a diuretic and in gargle to treat the angine. It is a friend of the stomach, it is stimulating, febrifugal, antiscorbutic, and it can cause vomiting. Even dizziness, asthma, lumbago, sciatic, intercostal pain, tooth ache, menstrual pain, are all curable if we rely on mustard.
A good infusion with hyssop is useful for soothing the respiratory tract, against colds, coughs, cystitis, asthma. In addition to its expectorant and balsamic qualities, its tops have diuretic properties, for the well-being of the urinary tract and for regular blood pressure. It is also a calming infusion, excellent for counteracting stress.
Ingredients: Hyssop Botanical name: Hyssopus Officinalis L. Origin: Europe
Chervil is an officinal and aromatic plant with diuretic and purifying properties, and useful for the respiratory system and against constipation. It is an aromatic herb very similar to parsley, but much more delicate. Rich in vitamin C, carotene, mineral salts, iron, calcium and magnesium, important for muscles and nerves.
