Take the word âmensch,â which has become fairly common in American English and is often understood as meaning âa good person.â True, menschâ does generally mean âa good person,â but this Yiddish term also goes much deeper.In fact, it is steeped with Jewish concepts of what it means to be an individual of integrity.ake the word âmensch,â which has become fairly common in American English and is often understood as meaning âa good person.â True, menschâ does generally mean âa good person,â but this Yiddish term also goes much deeper.
Spice Substitutes Guide. Allspice, ground: ground cinnamon, dash ground nutmeg, or dash ground cloves. Anise seed: fennel seed or a few drops anise extract. Apple pie spice: For 1 teaspoon, substitute 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon plus 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice, and dash ground cloves or ground ginger. Cardamom, ground: ground ginger. Cinnamon, ground: For 1 teaspoon, substitue 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg or ground allspice.
Here is a simple recipe. Note that pesto is always made to taste, based on the ingredients at hand. So adjust the ingredients to your taste. Most pesto recipes call for Parmesan cheese, we often use Romano which has a stronger flavor. Basil pesto recipes often call for pine nuts but you can easily substitute walnuts. Basil is a powerfully aromatic herb and a little goes a long way.