Zodiac Recipes - Pisces

Purchased a Pisces Zodiac Blend?

Here is a set of recipes and tips for using the blend to get you started.

Recipes for Pisces Zodiac Herb Blend

Creamy Pisces Herb Sauce
Simmer 1 Tbsp of Backyard Patch Pisces Herb Blend in ¾ to 1 cup heavy cream and a touch of white wine; toss with gnocchi or pour over baked fish for a soft, ethereal finish.

Herb Blend Salad Dressing

  • ·         2 Tbsp. Backyard Patch Pisces Herb Blend
  • ·         2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
  • ·         1 tsp. sugar
  • ·         ¼ tsp. fresh ground black pepper
  • ·         ½ c. sour cream
  • ·         ½ c. mayonnaise

Heat vinegar to very hot. Add Herb Blend. Let sit to cool. Stir in sugar and pepper. Stir in sour cream and mayonnaise. Whisk well. Refrigerate several hours before serving. Enjoy!

Herb Blend Fettuccine Alfredo

  • ·         1 12-oz. pkg fettuccine noodles
  • ·         1½ c. whipping cream
  • ·         2 heaping Tbsp. Backyard Patch Pisces Herb Blend
  • ·         3 Tbsp. butter
  • ·         ¼ tsp. fresh ground pepper
  • ·         ½ c. grated Parmesan cheese

Cook fettuccine noodles according to pkg. Drain and set aside. Bring cream to almost boiling and add Herb Blend. Remove from heat; cover and let steep 15 minutes. Melt butter in large pot. Add cream/herb mixture and ground pepper. Add fettuccine noodles and mix well. Heat until simmering and noodles are hot. Stir in Parmesan cheese. Serve and enjoy!

Herbal Tea

Add 1 to 2 tsp Backyard Patch Pisces Herb Blend to a tea infuser or coffee filter and steep in 8 ounces of water just off the boil for 5 to 7 minutes.  Enjoy!

 Herbed Butter

·         2 Tbsp. Backyard Patch Pisces Herb Blend

·         ½ c. (1 stick) softened butter

 

Mix the herb blend and softened butter together until well blended. Put into a small bowl or ramekin to serve. Butter may also be formed into a round shape or stick and chilled until ready to serve.

 

Herb Blend Spread

·         1 8 oz. package cream cheese, softened

·         2 Tbsp.  Backyard Patch Pisces Herb Blend

 

Blend ingredients thoroughly in a mixer. Refrigerate at least 4-6 hours or overnight. Remove from refrigerator and let soften before serving. Serving suggestions: spread on crackers, spread on sandwich bread instead of mayonnaise, spread on French bread slices and bake until toasted, spread on tea sandwiches and top with fresh vegetables, spread on celery sticks, spread on toasted bagels.

 

Herb Blend Bean Soup

 

·         1 cup multiple dry beans (pinto, red, lima, split peas, lentils, black beans, black-eyed peas, or any other you have on hand)

·         4 cups water

·         1 ham hock or extra firm tofu cut in 1-inch squares

·         1 8-oz. can of tomatoes

·         3 Tbls. Lemon juice

·         2 Tbls Backyard Patch Pisces Herb Blend

Rince the beans and place in a stock pot or Dutch oven and soak overnight.  Drain the beans and add 4 cups fresh water and ham hock.  Bring to a boil.  Reduce heat and simmer 1 ½ hours or until beans are tender.  Add seasonings, tomatoes, lemon juice and if using tofu add now.  Simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove ham hock and take off remaining meat from bone and return to soup.  Serve with homemade bread.

Herb Blend Crispy Baked Chicken

·         2 heaping Tbsp. Backyard Patch Pisces Herb Blend

·         1 tsp. Paprika

·         ⅛ tsp. allspice

·         ⅓ cup instant mashed potato flakes

·         ⅓ cup unseasoned dry breadcrumbs

·         2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

·         2 to 2¼ lbs. chicken pieces

·         1 egg

·         1 Tbsp. water

Mix Herb Blend, paprika, allspice, mashed potato flakes, breadcrumbs, and Parmesan cheese together in a shallow bowl. Dip the chicken pieces in the egg/water mixture, then roll in herb/bread crumb mixture. Place on lightly greased casserole dish. Bake at 375 degrees till chicken is baked and crumb crust is golden, about 45-60 minutes.

Herbed Lemon Butter Pasta

This light, aromatic pasta dish highlights the bright citrus notes of lemon balm, the anise-like depth of tarragon and chervil, and the warmth of nutmeg. Perfect for spring and summer!

  • 8 oz pasta (linguine or fettuccine works well)
  • 2 Tbls butter
  • 1 Tbls olive oil
  • 1 Tbls Backyard Patch Pisces Herb Blend
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 Tbls lemon juice
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • ½ cup reserved pasta water

Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining. In a pan, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the herb blend, lemon zest, and nutmeg. Cook for another 30 seconds. Add the drained pasta to the pan and toss to coat. Stir in lemon juice and a splash of pasta water to loosen the sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to taste. Toss again, adding more pasta water if needed for a silky texture. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and serve warm! Pair with grilled shrimp, chicken, or a side of roasted vegetables!