Wild Summer and Fall Plant Foods
Author | : Foxfire Fund, Inc. |
Publisher | : Anchor |
Total Pages | : 118 |
Release | : 2011-09-06 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780307948274 |
ISBN-13 | : 0307948277 |
Rating | : 4/5 (74 Downloads) |
Download or read book Wild Summer and Fall Plant Foods written by Foxfire Fund, Inc. and published by Anchor. This book was released on 2011-09-06 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A handy illustrated guide to the edible plant life available in Appalachia and surrounding areas during the summer and fall seasons. From berries to herbs perfect for teas and tonics, each entry includes information on where to find the plant, how to spot it, and the best ways to eat it, often with recipes. Plants include: Gooseberries Raspberries Blueberries Figs Pawpaws Cattails Nutgrass Thistle Catnip Spearmint Peppermint Blue-mountain tea Yarrow Chamomile Dills Black Walnuts Pecans Hazelnuts Foxfire has brought the philosophy of simple living to hundreds of thousands of readers, teaching creative self-sufficiency and preserving the stories, crafts, and customs of Appalachia. Inspiring and practical, this classic series has become an American institution. In July 2016, Vintage Shorts celebrates Foxfire's 50th Anniversary.