Learn about the cultural, historical and medicinal of many kitchen herbs, spices and essential oils.

Sep 23, 2010 - Domina Smith

Sweet tomatoes grown outdoors with added honey, spices and stock create a robust sweet and spicy tomato soup. Here's how to make this tomato soup plus some other soups.

Sep 8, 2008 - Susan Morris

Cardamom, nutmeg, and red pepper flakes spice up a simple, pureed vegetable soup of carrots, sweet potatoes, and white potatoes.

Apr 17, 2010 - Melissa Roberts

Nutmeg is one of the spice oils, similar to Cinnamon essential oil: used also as a culinary spice, Nutmeg has a number of properties and use in aromatherapy.

Jan 8, 2009 - Sharon Falsetto

This recipe for Guacomole Dip contains a sweet heat unlike any other. Sweet and Spicy Guacamole Dip is perfect for the upcoming Super Bowl.

Nov 6, 2010 - Melissa Lowery

Don't want to wait on fermented pickles? This quick pickle recipe is a good alternative. Works with cucumbers or carrots--ready to eat in just 2 days.

Mar 20, 2011 - Jennifer Stubbs

White chocolate, dark chocolate, spicy, fruity; there's dozens of ingredients to add to hot cocoa. A bonus: this homemade comfort food can be made in ten minutes.

Dec 8, 2009 - Lauren Wise

These three easy dip recipes provide a variety of tastes and textures for your holiday guests. They're great with seafood, vegetables, ciabatta, and more.

Dec 9, 2010 - Pamela Steed Hill

Try this Sweet and Spicy Stuffing Recipe with your holiday meal this year. Fresh herbs, toasted sourdough and spicy pork sausage for an extra kick.

Sep 16, 2010 - Rhiana Jones

Fruit chutneys are a popular Indian condiment that range from sweet and savory to hot and spicy. Although available at Indian markets, homemade chutneys fit your taste.

Sep 20, 2009 - Alia Luria

Don't settle for boring baked beans when you can use a variety of beans and sausage to make exceptional barbecue beans.

Jun 18, 2009 - Cyndi Allison

You'll find that making a great rack of BBQ ribs takes time, patience and most importantly great recipes--and different styles to accommodate different tastes.

Oct 13, 2008 - Robert Allen

These breaded, baked turkey tenders are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and loaded with sweet and spicy flavor.

Mar 4, 2011 - Pamela Steed Hill

Spicy melon is a vivid addition to an appetizer table, the combination of sweet and heat is a classic and electric combination.

Sep 19, 2010 - Diana Adams

A simple Italian cream sauce tastes delicious on its own or can serve as a base for sauces using basil or nutmeg and cinnamon.

Jan 14, 2011 - Annabella Gualdoni

A fantastic way to impress family or friends with this super easy, delicious take on pork chops. This meal goes from prep to plate in about 30-40 minutes.

Dec 22, 2010 - Charles Hisey

Find out the secret to BBQ tender and succulent pork spare ribs every time. Two mouth watering recipes with a sweet or a spicy rub, both are absolutely delicious.

Aug 31, 2009 - James Clausen

Sweet Potatoes are just that - sweet and they make great desserts.

Nov 11, 2008 - Deborah Harding