There are many types of seasonings available. Spices refer to
bark, roots, fruits, and berries of perennial plants. Herbs come
from the leaves of shrubs or trees. Aromatic seeds are yet
another seasoning that come from certain plants. Vegetable
spices and adjuncts are also used to flavor foods and include
garlic, onions, horseradish, mushrooms, chives, parsley, mint,
lemon, or orange peel. Blends are mixtures such as poultry,
seafood, lamb, Italian, salad, pickling, chill, curry, and apple
spice. Flavor enhancers do not contribute to a food but bring
out the flavor already present. An example is MSG.  Fresh herbs
and spices are becoming more widely available all the time; they
often can be found in the produce department of the grocery
store of you can grow your own. Fresh herbs can be stored for
short periods of time in the refrigerator. Wrap them in damp
paper towels, place in plastic bags, and refrigerate. If using
fresh herbs or spices in cooking, add them toward the end of the
cooking time so tat the del