Oh pshaw, on Tue 16 Oct 2007 06:27:06p, Felice Friese meant to say...

> epazote
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> Wayne said: I don't have any...never tried it. What does it taste like?
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> Wikipedia sez:
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> Epazote is used as a leaf vegetable and herb for its pungent flavor.
> Raw, it has a resinous, medicinal pungency, similar to the liquorice
> taste of anise, fennel, or even tarragon, but stronger. Epazote's
> fragrance is strong, but difficult to describe. It has been compared to
> citrus, petroleum, savory, mint and putty.
> Although it is traditionally used with black beans for flavor and its
> antiflatulent properties, it is also sometimes used to flavor other
> traditional Mexican dishes as well ...
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> Penzey's sez:
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> Epazote is traditional for Mexican cooking, adding a sweet, mild flavor
> of its own to each dish. Historically, it has been used to reduce the
> intestinal gas that occurs with a diet rich in beans. Many recipes call
> for epazote, and many people swear by it. Add 1 TB. to a 2-qt. pot of
> chili or bean soup, or simmer with beans before adding to soup or chili.
> Chopped, from Mexico.
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> Felice sez:
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> Try it. You'll like it.
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Thanks, Felice! I guess I could/should have looked that up myself. :-) I
appreciate your taking the time. After reading your post, I will
definitely get some and try it. Sounds good.

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Wayne Boatwright
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