Culinary: Within the cooking world Rosemary can be used either dry or fresh. The leaves, fresh or dry, are good with Red Meats, in particular Lamb. In the dried state rosemary is great to add flavour to soups, stews and sauces. the flavour is subtle yet persistent, it enhances all it cooks with.
Majikal : Rosemary is used in many majikal workings in many different ways. the areas where rosemary can be found working away are; Aiding Mental powers, Clarity of Thought, in all aspects of dealing with the Mind ie. memory, Concentration etc. It is used in workings of Protection, Love, Lust, Exorcism and Purification.
Medicinal: Rosemary is an Antispasmodic, Antiseptic. A Diuretic and a Stimulant. The Codes for this plant are D+, P
Harvesting: Pick leaves throughout the year as needed. The herb can be dried by drying the whole stems and sprigs in late summer.
We have two Rosemary plants growing, one is in the front garden next to the gate. This protects our home by stopping Negative influences being able to enter. The other one is in the herb garden and is used in cooking, healing and Majik.
Looking Good: Rosemary is a fantastic Hair Rinse. If you have dark hair it especially works well. You should wash your hair as normal, using shampoo but when it comes to rinsing off use your Rosemary Rinse. It gives the hair a wonderful shine and also gives it extra fresh body.
Making the Rinse: It is made in the same way as you would any normal herbal tea. take a sprig of Rosemary and soak it in boiling water for at least 10 minutes, Then strain into a bottle { Martina strains it into a 1 ltr bottle } . You will find it has a light tea or a Dirty cloudy colour, this is normal so don't be put off.
Remember: Test a bit by rubbing the rinse on your forehead first. If after 10 or so minutes you develop a rash or itchy patch where you've tested the rinse, Then DO NOT USE Keep in mind the codes:
