Mar 06 2025 22 mins 1
This aromatic spice shaped trade routes and transformed cuisines across continents.
We'll talk all about cinnamon's rich history, bust common myths, and share creative uses beyond desserts.
Learn about the amazing variety of cinnamon types, plus discover its surprising role in savory dishes across global traditions. See show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/55 .
Links and websites mentioned in the episode:
- Episode 33: Spice It Up: Creating Your Own Flavorful Blends
- Cinnamon History and Uses from The Spruce Eats
- Why Ceylon Cinnamon Is So Expensive - video
- The History of Cinnamon | MySpicer.com | Spices, Herbs & Blends
- Cinnamon Verum
- Cinnamon Tree Leaves
- Cinnamon Quills
- Royal Cinnamon
- Cinnamon Collection (3 piece set - includes royal cinnamon, cinnamon verum, and cinnamon quills)
- Penzeys Cinnamon
- Vietnamese Cinnamon
- Ceylon Cinnamon
- Korintje Indonesia Cinnamon
- Broiler Kebab Sheet Pan Meal
- Persian Meatloaf
- Spiced Mulled Wine
- Three Bean Chili
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