Sinapis alba, more commonly known as white mustard, is a member of
the Brassicaceae family, which includes broccoli and cabbage. It is
commonly found in open meadows and pastures, where it serves as a
foraging crop. The plant is also referred to as “green manure,” meaning
that its decomposition makes it a soil-enhancing cover crop in winter.
White mustard seeds lends hot, pungent flavor to soups, stews, braised foods and to various condiments, including prepared mustard.
