Mint plants flourish in the right conditions and spread quickly. This means that if you are growing your own herbs, you can easily end up with way more fresh mint than you can use. Luckily, mint dries well and can be used for over a year in cooking if properly dehydrated and stored. This means …
With its strong herbal taste, a little sage can add a lot of flavor to any dish. Whether you grow your own herbs or purchase them, you can easily end up with more sage than you can use. Luckily sage dries well and can be used for over a year if dried properly. This means …
Thyme is a flavorful savory herb that can be used whole or by picking the leaves from the stem. The way you incorporate thyme in your dishes will depend on the cooking method. The great thing about thyme is that it dries well, and adds great flavor even after being dehydrated. Here you will find …
Cilantro is a green leafy herb with a very pronounced flavor. The herb is used as a garnish or flavoring in savory cooking. With its high water content, cilantro can wilt and become limp within 2 or 3 days of harvesting. Drying cilantro is a great way to preserve the herb for long-term use without …
Parsley is a bright green herb used as a garnish or flavoring in savory cooking. Parsley has a high water content and only lasts a few days in the refrigerator. Drying parsley is a great way to preserve it for up to a year. There are a few different ways to dry parsley depending on …
Oregano’s earthy flavor makes it suitable for use in a variety of savory applications. It is traditionally used in sauces, salad, vegetable seasoning, kebabs, and fish dishes. Also known as the ‘pizza herb,’ this is the perfect herb for drying since the flavor is actually enhanced when dried. Here is a full guide to drying …
Basil is a deliciously fragrant culinary herb used predominantly in savory cooking. The herb can be used fresh or dried to flavor a variety of dishes including pizza, sauces, salad, pasta, stew, and pesto. Once harvested, fresh basil only lasts for 2 to 5 days in the refrigerator. If you know you can’t use your …
