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This is an on-going project that just started in June
1999 and will only get better.
This first mailing is quite general so do
check back often for more recipes
We are always looking for more recipes and will be happy
to give credit to anyone providing such. (EO stands for Essential Oil)
Click on this link for a whole book on cooking
with Essential Oils. Cookbook
for
the New Millennium The
Essential Oil Cookbook
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Meats - Rule of thumb - 1
drop of essential oil to 1 Tablespoon of vegetable
oil
brushed on. Strong meats and fish are especially
enhanced with oils.
Even though garlic is not usually an “essential oil” it
is great as a meat tenderizer
You get 2 for 1 - flavor plus tenderizer.
you can make your own by soaking 4 garlic cloves in 1
teaspoon of olive oil
(Can substitute vegetable oil)
You can also put essential oils in marinades and
stuffings - Just remember that a little
goes a long way. Some of our favorites
essential oils for meats and fish are any of
the citrus oils, Italian herb oils, etc.- Let your
imagination and taste buds reign supreme.
Beef recipe:
1 tsp garlic oil (put the soaked garlic cloves in slits
in meat)
1 drop Orange
EO
1 drop Nutmeg
EO
1 drop Cinnamon leaf EO
Combine the 4 oils above and let set ˝ hour.
Brush on meat, then roast, grill or braise.
Meat marinade
(Good
for
2#
of
meat)
Add 1 drop each of Thyme,
Marjoram,
& Clove
EO to 2 Tbsp olive oil and brush on meat
Add oiled meat to this marinade - Soak for at least 6
hours
1 cup red wine
2 cloves crushed garlic
1 small diced onion
1 drop Orange
or Mandarin
EO
Add Salt & Pepper to taste
Lamb recipe
1 tsp garlic oil (put the soaked garlic cloves in slits
in meat)
1 drop of Rosemary
EO
Combine the 4 oils above and let set ˝ hour.
Brush on meat, then roast, grill or braise.
Chicken recipe
Make a marinade of: and let soak ˝ hour or store until
needed.
4 Tbsp Honey,
1 wine glass of white wine or apple cider
2 drops each of Orange
& Lemon
EO
Use on baked or grilled chicken
Grilled Chicken marinade
4 Tbsp honey
2 tsp. Mustard
2 drops each of Orange
& Lemon
EO
(Can also add 1 Tbsp. apricot jam)
Stir into a smooth paste and brush on..
Fish marinade
Add 1 drop each of Fennel
& Lime
EO to 1 Tbsp olive oil and brush on fish
Add oiled fish to this marinade - Soak for at
least 3 hours.
1 cup white wine
1 crushed clove garlic
1 small onion diced
Salt & Pepper to taste
Vinegars
& Salad oils
General rule of thumb for making your own salad
oil
is 1 drop of EO to teaspoon of vegetable oil.
(Caution - do not use a strong flavored oil)
Any of the citrus oils are great used in oils on
salads. Approx. 20- 25 drops per cup of oil.
General rule of thumb for making your own vinegar
is 3 drops of EO to 2 Tablespoons of vinegar.
Mix 1 drop of your favorite oil in 1 cube of softened
butter to top your potatoes,
toast or other dishes.
Add 1 drop of essential oil to 8 oz.of creamed cheese,
yogurts, sour cream etc.
for your fruit or salad dishes
Steamed vegetables
Try putting 1 drop of an EO of your choice in water. Let
your imagination guide you!
Some suggestions are: Nutmeg,
lemon,
orange,
mace, geranium,
lavender,
oregano,
thyme,
basil
- and the list goes on.
Desserts
Beautiful and flavorful way to decorate your many cakes
and dishes
Crystallized petals
Into a stiff egg white meringue add 1 drop of
EO
Dip clean petals into mixture - place on rack to dry and
sprinkle lightly with
castor or powdered sugar
Souffle’
1 drop of your favorite oil in 2 ˝ cups of liquid.
It makes some of the best souffle’s because you can get
your flower
fragrances without the risk of the souffle’
sinking.
Rice Pudding, Custards or Dessert
Sauces
1 or 2 drops of your favorite EO flavor per cup of
liquid or rice.
Try any of your citrus oils or palmarosa,
nutmeg,
cinnamon
leaf, geranium
to name just a few.
Sorbets, Ice Creams & Frozen
Yogurts
2 drops of your favorite EO flavors per cup of
liquid
For 2 ˝ to 3 cups of liquid you can add more than one
EO
For Example - Try Nut and flower and citrus EO’s
Butter frosting
1 cup soft butter or margarine
1 tsp vanilla
4 ˝ cups powdered sugar
3 to 4 Tbsp milk (to good consistency)
Mix & match your favorite citrus, nut or flower EO’s
- 6 drops
Chocolate or carob cake
Add 6 drops of peppermint
EO to your favorite for a
wonderful chocolate-mint cake.
Carrot cake
Add 3-4 drops of any citrus and/or nut EO to your
favorite
Special EO flavored honey’s or Sugars
for various uses
3 drops EO per cup of honey (Can also add petals for
appearance)
2 drops of EO on a piece of paper towel put in the sugar
bowl for sugar.(at least 24 hours)
Try your favorite flower and citrus oils but don’t limit
your imagination. Ylang
ylang, lavender,
palmarosa
, etc.
Granola’s and
Muesli’s
Add a drop of your favorite citrus oil and/or nut
oil.
Breads &
Pastries
4 to 5 drops EO per pound of dough
Mix and match. - Let your imagination be your
guide.
Try citrus, nut, flower and spice (cinnamon,
nutmeg,
ginger,
etc)
For a great herb bread use some Italian herbs - i.e. Oregano,
Thyme,
Basil,
etc.
Book Mark this page!. . What oils are good for what type of dishes
Here is a list of some of your most
common essential oils used for cooking and foods that
you might consider putting them in. Your
imagination and taste buds are really the only limit
to what you can put them in!
As a rule you will use from one to four
drops in the various dishes. Caution do not overdo - it
is so easy to overdo because of the strength of
essential oils. What you want is a subtle
taste - not an overpowering one.
Essential oils not only flavor foods
but they add health benefits such as medicinal &
psychological values. Don't hesitate to also add
some of the herb especially flower petals for color
and flavor especially in cold dishes.
Use in Desserts, Ice Creams, Dips,
Butters, Salad Dressings, Sauces, Marinades,
Casseroles, Soups, Vegetables, Fish, Breads, Cakes,
Meats, Syrups, Jams & Jellies, Granola and the
list goes on.
Tea
Tree Oil - antiseptic, (one hundred times more
powerful than carbolic acid.)antiviral,
antibacterial, antifungal, ringworm, sunburn, acne,
athlete's foot, toothache, one drop on tooth brush
with paste then brush - for gum disease, pyorrhea.
Peppermint
- digestive, respiratory systems, circulation,
anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, indigestion,
flatulence, bad breath, flue, catarrh, varicose
veins, headaches, migraines, skin
irritations,rheumatism, toothache, fatigue, keeps
mice, fleas and ants away.
Chamomile
German or Chamomile
Roman - nervous conditions, insomnia,
antibacterial, antiseptic, disinfectant,
anti-inflammatory, rheumatism, teething troubles,
eases herpes, and tetanus, burns, sunburn,
psoriasis, eczema, asthma, hayfever, diarrhea,
sprains strains, nausea,fever. It is
analgesic, diuretic, sedative, and calming, anorexia
nervosa, used in rejuvenation treatments.
Eucalyptus
- chest problems and colic, cools the body in
summer and protects it in winter.
Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibiotic, diuretic,
analgesic, deodorizing, antiviral, sinusitis,
candida, diabetes, sunburn, insect repellent. There
is a wide range of eucalyptus varieties, any of
which would be a useful addition to a basic care
kit.
Geranium
- works profoundly on the emotions. Makes
chilblains disappear overnight and brings a radiant
glow when used in skin care. Vital component
in treatment of endometriosis, menopausal
problems, diabetes, blood disorders, throat
infections, nerve tonic, sedative, uterine and breast cancer, frostbite,
infertility, antiseptic, astringent.
Thyme
- antiviral antibiotic, antiseptic, diuretic,
used in MODERATION as it is very strong.
Wonderful for flu, when used in a humidifier or
diffuser. Assists in the elimination of toxic wastes
from the body. Whooping cough, warts
rheumatism, neuralgia, fatigue, acne, discourages
all manner of parasites and insects.
Lemon
- water purifier, antiseptic antibacterial,
insect bites, tension headaches, tonic action to the
lymphatic system, stimulates the digestive system,
disperse cellulite, keeps wrinkles at bay.
Clove
- antibacterial,. antiseptic, analgesic,
prevents disease and infection, toothache, digestive
problems, muscular disorders, asthma, nausea,
sinusitis, sedative. Can be used for the
sterilization of surgical instruments. Dilute with a
carrier oil before using on skin.
