Why use herbs in cooking? Annual vs perennial herbs Fresh vs. dried herbs Swapping one fresh herb for another Pairing herbs View moreWhat are fresh herbs?In the simplest terms, fresh herbs are leafy, aromatic, flavorful plants that are added to dishes in small amounts to add more flavor or...
The ultimate guide to cooking with herbs. Have an herb garden or just a bunch of herbs and not sure how to use them all? Learn what each herb tastes like and how to use it in your cooking. Scroll down for more herb filled recipe ideas. MORE: EASY TIPS FOR USING, STORING AND ...
There are a few different methods you can use for drying herbs. The oldestway of preserving herbs is air drying and is still used in some countries for exported herbs. If you havea huge volume of herbs to dry, this may work the best. For preserving herbs for cooking, fast-drying is b...
Delicate herbs(i.e. basil, chives, cilantro, dill leaves, parsley, marjoram and mint) are added at the very end of the cooking time. They are also sprinkled over a dish before serving to act as decoration. Less delicate herbs(i.e. oregano, rosemary, tarrgon and thyme) can be added i...
One of my favorite ways to use herbs is in cooking, but also in making handmade soap. This is something that have not done in a while and I need to change that! I am thinking of making a tutorial so that you know how also. If you have interest in that I would love to know. Pl...
Herbs make a wonderful addition to any flower garden, and cooking with fresh herbs gives you truly delightful results compared to using dried spices. Are you unsure aboutgrowing herbs? If you like to use fresh herbs in cooking but don’t know the first thing about growing them, you have co...
Before I start baking, I like to read the full recipe first to avoid any surprises along the way and know what is expected of me with the recipe. Something seemly as simple ashow to boil a hot dogcan have a decent recipe. So canhow to cook brats in the oven. Using herbs where need...
If there is some seperation in the roasting pan between the two 4 lb roasts, then the cooking time would be very close to the actual cooking time for one roast. At least that would be my best guess. OrbKathy Maister said: Orb I totally agree! Kathleen be sure to use an “instant re...
Freezing herbs is the fastest, easiest way to keep herbs for cooking. It's also the best way to preserve their flavors and aromas, as well as most of their nutritional value. Herbs that freeze well are:Mint Parsley Basil Sage Oregano Savory Chives Dill Thyme TarragonKeep in mind that ...
they should be soaked for at least an hour before turning the heat on. Bring the water to a rolling boil, then turn the heat down to a low simmer. Depending on the kinds of herbs, there is a great deal of variation in the cooking time. The average time is about 20 to 30 minutes...