Spice of the Month: Fennel Seed

Fennel flowers and leaves have a sweet, mildly anise or licorice flavor. Depending on when they are harvested the seeds can have a pungent, mustard taste or a stronger flavor like aniseed or licorice. Fennel bulbs are anise flavored.  Stop by the circulation desk and pick up your kit with fennel seeds.  Learn a little more about the spice and try a new recipe.