Posts

Interesting Random Research

Image
If a human were transported 25 million years ago, what plants could be made into a soup If you were transported 25 million years ago to the  late Oligocene or early Miocene , you would find a landscape transitioning from dense forests to more open savannas. While modern supermarket cultivars didn't exist, many plant families we eat today were well-established and could be foraged for a hearty prehistoric soup.   Base and Aromatics Wild Onions and Garlic : Relatives of the  Allium  genus (which includes onions, garlic, and leeks) likely diverged around this time. You might find "onion-tasting" bulbs or wild leek-like greens to provide a savory base for your broth. Wild Celery and Parsley : Early versions of the  Apiaceae  family, which includes wild celery and parsley, were already present in many regions. Lauraceae (Bay Leaves) : Species of the laurel family, such as  Laurus nobilis  (the ancestor of modern bay leaves), were common in the Miocene....