Thursday, January 12, 2012

Rosemary

For the past year I've been the owner of a Rosemary plant. We've had our ups and downs especially because it is difficult to grow anything in my balcony due to the hot Miami sun.


I guess I saw myself taking the little leaves or branches out of the plant in order to make some delicious roasted potatoes or adding it to a pasta sauce... but somehow it's not happening. Also, I love the beautiful color of its flowers so I could decorate napkins when I have dinner parties or putting in the sink for the smell.


Ancient cultures believe that rosemary had to be used by brides and groom alike on the day of their wedding as a symbol of fidelity and abundance - a tradition that has remained until today.


When taken in small doses this fragrant herb has medicinal properties as anti-inflammatory, anti-carcinogenic and antioxidant. I've seen it used in infusions to add shine to dark colored hair  by boiling 2 or 3 sprigs in 1 gallon of water use it more concentrated in inhalations when you have are congested due to a cold. Please be careful because some people have shown to have allergic reactions to this remedies!


Finally, here are a few recipes using this versatile herb:
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54 comments:

  1. Christel @ Captivated by imageJanuary 12, 2012 at 3:36 AM

    This is one of my favorite herbs, especially with tomatoes or goats cheese. Or bread and potatoes yes. Hmmm. I didn't know it had medicinal properties though, thanks for the lesson;)

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  2. Natalia | Look-A-PorterJanuary 12, 2012 at 3:37 AM

    Rosemay is one of my favourite herbs! Can't imagine roasting chicken or lamb without it and I just adore the smell. x

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  3. Life love, clutter and other beautiful things.January 12, 2012 at 5:38 AM

    yum. I love it with potatoes too xox

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  4. UnknownJanuary 12, 2012 at 6:01 AM

    new
    here in spain
    and the finca
    is covered
    in thyme
    which simply
    smells
    divine
    2012 goodness
    to you
    and
    rosemary
    x
    ...

    ***

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  5. DeborahJanuary 12, 2012 at 7:23 AM

    Very interesting post!

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  6. Style ServingsJanuary 12, 2012 at 7:28 AM

    Love all the different ways you've found to use it!

    http://styleservings.blogspot.com/

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  7. Hilliary MeisnerJanuary 12, 2012 at 9:49 AM

    I love the smell of rosemary! I love roasting potatoes with rosemary olive oil and a little sea salt! Great post!

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  8. Rowena @ rolala lovesJanuary 12, 2012 at 10:13 AM

    I do adore the look and smell of rosemary. These are some great uses! I really like to season lambchops with it :)

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  9. UnknownJanuary 12, 2012 at 10:25 AM

    Really nice post, lovely ideas.
    Aimee (@Aimee_Victoria)
    www.new-yorkdoll.blogspot.com
    xxx

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  10. StephanieJanuary 12, 2012 at 10:34 AM

    Well, I could never keep an herb alive for a whole year, so I am impressed! Basil, maybe. Cilantro - never. No luck with that one and I love it too. SOmeday, I will figure out how to stop my homicidal horticultural tendencies. Thank goodness my local market carries a ton.

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  11. amy b.s.January 12, 2012 at 10:35 AM

    i totally managed to kill our rosemary plant. but while it was alive, i love it!

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  12. A Very Sweet BlogJanuary 12, 2012 at 10:50 AM

    This is awesome! I wasn't aware of all it's uses. Very informative.

    http://averysweetblog.com/

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  13. Diana MieczanJanuary 12, 2012 at 11:17 AM

    I also have such a hard time keeping herbs alive but I'm planning to try again this upcoming spring. Fingers crossed. Have a wonderful day, sunshine.

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  14. Tiffany KadaniJanuary 12, 2012 at 11:59 AM

    I adore rosemary but can you believe my husband hates it? Who hates an herb? Men.

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  15. MollieeJanuary 12, 2012 at 1:31 PM

    I had no idea of all the benefits! I love rosemary!

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  16. Elle SeesJanuary 12, 2012 at 2:22 PM

    I love it, but have a brown thumb. Wish I could grow my own

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  17. ClaireJanuary 12, 2012 at 2:49 PM

    gotta love rosemary. it's delicious on roasted chicken too!!!

    http://spinning-threads.blogspot.com

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  18. A Crimson KissJanuary 12, 2012 at 3:13 PM

    I just love rosemary–John always teases me that I'd put rosemary in absolutely anything if he'd let me!

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  19. SamJanuary 12, 2012 at 4:21 PM

    I've never used rosemary before, thanks for sharing these interesting facts and links about the herb and

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  20. Demoiselle M.January 12, 2012 at 4:43 PM

    & the bread is gluten free! I heart you - BIG TIME!!

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  21. GloriaJanuary 12, 2012 at 4:48 PM

    I;d love to have a rosemary tree, but I just know my black thumb would kill it instantaneously!

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  22. UnknownJanuary 12, 2012 at 5:38 PM

    I had the same issue--a little live christmas tree that I planted and it became a wild and huge rosemary bush + a few more around the garden. In the summer I cut big bunches and put them in small silver cups around the house--they smell divine. But cooking with them would also be great too, lol, if I ever got around to it. Love this post!

    xo Mary Jo

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  23. Selvaggia CapizziJanuary 12, 2012 at 5:41 PM

    I am not a big fan of rosemary as a spice but I do love its smell and the little flowers!

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  24. JackieJanuary 12, 2012 at 5:53 PM

    Good idea to grow your own herbs (even if it didn't work out perfectly).Rosemary is so great to use in cooking, I didn't know it had so many other cool uses as well. Good luck with your plant!

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  25. paisleaJanuary 12, 2012 at 6:36 PM

    rosemary is so gorgeous!!! i think that we will be using a tiny bit in our boutonnières for our wedding!!

    ♥ allisterbee.blogspot.com

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    1. ElisabethJanuary 12, 2012 at 7:04 PM

      Rosemary is the name we chose for one of our daughters. I think of rosemary for remembrance. I'm new here via Tinajo. What a beautiful post.

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    2. katieJanuary 14, 2012 at 9:32 AM

      i'm such a sucker for my rosemary bush....i just let her grow crazy wild in our backyard. my favorite use for her is a nice little "refresher" for my beast. i let my pup play out in the yard, and her favorite pastime is rub up against that damn rosemary. at first it would infuriate me, because i'd have to replant and reinforce my sweet, little herb. but now that she's hardy and strong she provides the nicest fragrance for my often times foul, mischievous canine.
      love,
      katie

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  26. Tamra {ever swoon}January 12, 2012 at 7:10 PM

    I love the idea of having it in a bout, you would think the scent would be very calming as well. great post darlin.

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  27. Style, She WroteJanuary 12, 2012 at 7:27 PM

    I love rosemary! Very informative and delicious post, Elie! xo style, she wrote

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  28. Liz - So Much to Smile AboutJanuary 12, 2012 at 8:20 PM

    Love this! Such great photos and ideas - would love to try it out!

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  29. THE ALTERNATIVE WIFEJanuary 12, 2012 at 9:13 PM

    I love rosemary but I'd never attempt to grow it myself. My apartment gets too hot also and I do not have a green thumb whatsoever unfortunately. Great post, lovely! xoxo

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  30. Bravoe RunwayJanuary 12, 2012 at 9:24 PM

    I love a great rosemary chicken dish :)

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  31. JosieJanuary 13, 2012 at 12:51 AM

    I'd LOVE to have a little fresh herb garden!
    xo Josie
    www.winksmilestyle.com

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  32. Hope Adela PasztorJanuary 13, 2012 at 1:58 AM

    MMmmm I simply love herbs! Rosemary roasted potatoes are DELICIOUS! =)

    pinkchampagnefashion.blogspot.com

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  33. AkikoJanuary 13, 2012 at 3:18 AM

    I love Rosemary, but never try to grow myself.. I kind of lost basils too.. (guess the easy one?) But it looks nice and great post! xo akiko
    Style Imported

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  34. CarlaJanuary 13, 2012 at 3:47 AM

    I love everything about rosemary the plant,scent and taste.
    In Australia we use it for a special day of remembrance called ANZAC day(Australia and New Zealand Army Corps)it is a service held in every town and city on the 25th April each year to commemorate our soldiers that did not return from Gallipoli and later wars.
    A sprig of rosemary is pinned to a coat lapel, to the breast or held in place with medals.
    I have looked it up before and some folklore have it as an emblem of remembrance.
    So a little rosemary history from me today!!!! but it does have a special meaning.
    Carla x

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  35. Lori January 13, 2012 at 4:14 AM

    Beautiful photos! I have a hard time growing anything at my place because I get absolutely no sunlight (it's depressing sometimes).

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  36. MelissahJanuary 13, 2012 at 5:14 AM

    Love rosemary with Roast Lamb & roast potatoes...yum!
    Just got back from my summer holiday so I'm catching up all the lovely posts I've missed!
    Happy New Year to you & all the best for 2012!
    x
    Melissah from Coastal Style

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  37. M ViolettaJanuary 13, 2012 at 5:27 AM

    I love rosemary -and as ophelia said 'rosemary, is for re-memberance..'
    thanks for all the great ideas.
    what a lovely space you have here.

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  38. AmandaJanuary 13, 2012 at 8:51 AM

    I love the scent of rosemary, but I also really enjoy eating rosemary bread!

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  39. MosaMuseJanuary 13, 2012 at 9:29 AM

    aw the little bouquets r so cute!

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  40. SeleneJanuary 13, 2012 at 12:32 PM

    grazie! your posts are totally amazing...
    i really love this one about rosemary <3

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  41. StellaJanuary 13, 2012 at 2:43 PM

    I like rosemary, is very versatile.

    http://thestyleattitude.blogspot.com/

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  42. Poppies and SunshineJanuary 13, 2012 at 3:13 PM

    I love rosemary and I especially love how hearty it is because it is pretty easy to grow! It is so nice to be able to use fresh herbs while cooking!

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  43. Sarah KlassenJanuary 13, 2012 at 3:48 PM

    Rosemary is so pretty to actually look at, but love your inspiration for its use as well :)
    Another lovely post... x

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  44. bridechicJanuary 13, 2012 at 4:33 PM

    I have Rosemary growing in my yard and use it with fish and poultry all the time. Really great post!

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  45. myinnerchick.comJanuary 13, 2012 at 4:35 PM

    Lovely.
    I adore the scent of Rosemary. And it's actually pretty :))

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  46. navy and orangeJanuary 13, 2012 at 7:54 PM

    Love Rosemary & we even have it in the backyard! Great post.

    xoxo navy & orange

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  47. ericaJanuary 13, 2012 at 8:55 PM

    I never thought of all the things you could do with rosemary. xo

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  48. DiJanuary 14, 2012 at 10:05 AM

    mmmmm! This looks and sounds amazing! Rosemary is my absolutely FAVOURITE herb! These are such wonderful ideas to use them!

    Dinx @ Lovely in Random xoxo

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  49. Sandy JoeJanuary 14, 2012 at 4:00 PM

    the lemon rosemary water sounds incredible. I will definitely be trying that one out! If only it weren't snowy out...

    x The Pretty Secrets

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  50. KarlitaJanuary 15, 2012 at 12:28 AM

    I have only used this in the kitchen but would like to try it on my hair!! thanks for the tips!

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  51. AnonymousJanuary 15, 2012 at 5:48 PM

    amazing tips...i recently bought one and i will definitely use your ideas...
    thank you for your lovely comment!!your blog is amazing...so following you...hope you keep in touch too!!

    a kiss from the
    cocobloggers

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  52. Priscilla JoyJanuary 16, 2012 at 9:12 AM

    Ohh the sheer loveliness of rosemary and lavender just brings an instant smile to my face.
    Have a beautiful week. May it be filled with many smiles.
    xx

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